Martin Luther King, Jr. Flashcard

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What was the Montgomery Bus Boycott?

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A significant protest against racial segregation on public buses in Montgomery, Alabama, initiated by Rosa Parks' refusal to give up her seat.

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Who changed the names of Martin Luther King, Jr. and his father to Martin Luther?

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Martin Luther King, Jr.'s father changed both their names to Martin Luther in 1934.

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What is ethos in the context of rhetoric?

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Ethos is a rhetorical appeal to credibility or character, often used to establish trust with the audience.

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What is a rhetorical appeal to morality or credibility called?

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Ethos.

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Which church did Martin Luther King, Jr. serve as pastor?

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Ebenezer Baptist Church.

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What was the significance of Rosa Parks' action on the bus?

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It sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott, a pivotal event in the Civil Rights Movement.

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What organization did Martin Luther King, Jr. help to found?

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The Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC).

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What does the term 'Civil Rights Movement' refer to?

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A social movement in the United States aimed at ending racial discrimination and ensuring equal rights for African Americans.

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What role did Martin Luther King, Jr. play in the Civil Rights Movement?

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He was a prominent leader and advocate for nonviolent protest and civil disobedience.

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What is pathos in rhetoric?

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Pathos is a rhetorical appeal to emotion, used to persuade an audience by eliciting feelings.