John Lewis, “Speech at the March on Washington” Quiz

What is the main reason for the march on Washington?

• To protest against starvation wages

• To demand equal voting rights

• To support the civil rights bill

• To fight against political exploitation

What reservation does the speaker have about the administration's civil rights bill?

• It does not protect peaceful protesters from police brutality

• It does not address the issue of sharecroppers' rights

• It does not provide equal voting opportunities for black people

• It does not ensure fair wages for maids

What is the African cry that the speaker mentions?

• One man, one vote

• Freedom now

• Equal rights for all

• End police brutality

What kind of legislation does the speaker believe is needed?

• Legislation to protect sharecroppers' voting rights

• Legislation to provide housing and food for the homeless

• Legislation to ensure equal pay for maids

• Legislation to stop political exploitation

What does the speaker say about American politics?

• Most politicians are principled

• Political leaders should build their careers on compromises

• There is no political party with principles

• The party of Kennedy is the party of Goldwater

Where does the speaker mention the need for a political party?

• Washington

• Birmingham

• Albany

• All over the nation

What does the speaker say about patience?

• Patience is necessary for true freedom

• Patience is not needed in the fight for freedom

• Patience is a virtue

• Patience will lead to love and peace

What does the speaker appeal to the audience to do?

• Join the revolution and march in the streets

• Support the federal government's actions

• Wait patiently for freedom

• Stop the forces of Eastland and Wallace

Where does the speaker mention the black masses being on the march?

• Mississippi

• Georgia

• Alabama

• All over the nation

What does the speaker say will happen if meaningful legislation is not achieved?

• The revolution will stop

• The South will be splintered into a thousand pieces

• The federal government will intervene

• The forces of Eastland and Wallace will win