Question

Which issue is Jackie Robinson addressing in his letter to President Eisenhower?

Answer 1

The correct answer for the given question above would be option B. The issue that Jackie Robinson is addressing in his letter to President Eisenhower is the actions of pro-segregation leaders such as Governor Faubus of Arkansas. Jackie Robinson felt impatient and upset while writing the letter. He tries to persuade President Eisenhower to support African-American civil rights through his words and actions. Hope this answer helps.

Answer 2

The answer is: C. President Eisenhower’s sluggish response to the civil rights movement

During the time that Jackie Robinson wrote the letter to the President Eisenhower the racism was a serious issue, there were kids who were supposed to receive classes in the school, however, they were not allowed to enter and other related problems for this reason Robinson was complaining to the President for his sluggish response to the civil rights movement.