How does the author develop Colvin's importance to the Civil Rights Movement? A by comparing the similarities between Colvin and Rosa Parks B. by describing the events surrounding Colvin's arrest C. by detailing the career Colvin later had as a public speaker about segregation D. by explaining the impact Colvin's resistance had on future protests

The correct answer is D. by explaining the impact Colvin's resistance had on future protests.<br /><br />The author develops Colvin's importance to the Civil Rights Movement by explaining the impact her resistance had on future protests. The text states that Colvin's refusal to give up her seat "inspired other students to join the movement and helped spark the Montgomery bus boycott." This indicates that Colvin's actions had a significant ripple effect and contributed to the larger civil rights struggle.<br /><br />The other options are not as well supported by the text:<br /><br />A. There is no comparison made between Colvin and Rosa Parks in the passage.<br /><br />B. While the text describes Colvin's arrest, it does not focus on this event to establish her importance.<br /><br />C. The text does not mention Colvin having a career as a public speaker about segregation.<br /><br />So the key way the author develops Colvin's importance is by explaining how her resistance had a broader impact on future civil rights protests, making option D the best answer.