Rosa Parks
Who is she?
African American woman from Alabama who lived during the time of segregation in the United States.
What law did she break?
Rosa Parks was involved in silent protests such as taking the stairs rather than riding the blacks only elevator. Most famously she is known for refusing to move to the back of the bus for a white man.
What were her reasons?
Parks was a leader in the African American community, fighting for civil rights.
What was the result?
Parks was arrested. In response, the African American community boycotted the buses as a sign of protest.