MLK Jr and the Civil Rights Movement

Who was Martin Luther King Jr.?

• Martin Luther King Jr. was a renowned scientist.

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• Martin Luther King Jr. was a professional athlete.

• Martin Luther King Jr. was a civil rights activist and leader.

What was the main goal of the Civil Rights Movement?

• Expand international trade agreements

• Promote gender equality

• End racial segregation and discrimination, secure legal recognition and federal protection of rights

• Increase taxes

When did Martin Luther King Jr. deliver his famous 'I Have a Dream' speech?

• August 28, 1963

• September 11, 2001

• July 4, 1776

• December 25, 1492

What was the significance of the Montgomery Bus Boycott?

• It led to the construction of new bus stations in Montgomery, Alabama.

• It caused a decrease in bus ridership in Montgomery, Alabama.

• It was a key event in the Civil Rights Movement, leading to the desegregation of buses in Montgomery, Alabama.

• It resulted in the implementation of a new bus fare system in Montgomery, Alabama.

Which event marked the beginning of the Civil Rights Movement?

• March on Washington in 1963

• Montgomery Bus Boycott in 1955

• Brown v. Board of Education in 1954

• Selma to Montgomery March in 1965

What role did Rosa Parks play in the Civil Rights Movement?

• She sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott by refusing to give up her seat on a segregated bus.

• She founded the NAACP

• She organized the March on Washington

• She led the Selma to Montgomery marches

What was the purpose of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom?

• Support foreign policy initiatives

• Advocate for civil and economic rights for African Americans

• Promote segregation

• Advocate for higher taxes

How did Martin Luther King Jr. advocate for nonviolent protest?

• Through violent protests and destruction

• By promoting hatred and division

• Through armed resistance and aggression

• Through peaceful demonstrations, civil disobedience, and promoting love and unity.

What impact did the Civil Rights Act of 1964 have on society?

• It caused increased segregation and discrimination

• It resulted in the loss of civil rights for certain groups

• It led to greater equality and protection of civil rights for all individuals.

• It had no impact on society

What was the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. in the Civil Rights Movement?

• His legacy includes leadership in nonviolent activism, advocacy for racial equality, and contributions to civil rights legislation.

• His legacy includes advocating for environmental conservation

• His legacy includes supporting segregation policies

• His legacy includes promoting economic inequality