Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivers a powerful speech highlighting the ongoing struggle for racial equality and justice in America. He reflects on the historical context of the Emancipation Proclamation and the unfulfilled promise of freedom for African Americans. Emphasizing the urgency of the moment, he calls for nonviolent struggle and unity among all people. Dr. King shares his dream of a future where racial harmony and equality prevail, urging America to live up to its creed of equality for all.

Who signed the Emancipation Proclamation?

• Abraham Lincoln

• John F. Kennedy

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

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What does Dr. King refer to as a 'bad check'?

• The promise of equality

• The Emancipation Proclamation

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Constitution

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What does Dr. King mean by 'the bank of Justice is bankrupt'?

• The government has no money

• The legal system is corrupt

• The promises of justice have not been fulfilled

• There is no hope for justice

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What does Dr. King emphasize as 'the Fierce urgency of now'?

• Immediate action for racial justice

• Gradual change over time

• Waiting for the right moment

• Cooling off and relaxing

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What does Dr. King warn will happen if the nation returns to 'business as usual'?

• Economic prosperity

• Continued unrest and revolt

• Peace and tranquility

• Political stability

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What does Dr. King advise against in the struggle for freedom?

• Physical violence

• Peaceful protests

• Legal action

• Public speeches

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What is Dr. King's dream for his children?

• To become political leaders

• To be wealthy and successful

• To be judged by their character, not their skin color

• To live in a segregated society

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What transformation does Dr. King envision for the state of Mississippi?

• A hub of technological innovation

• Economic growth

• An oasis of freedom and justice

• A center of political power

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What does Dr. King hope to achieve with faith?

• A technological breakthrough

• A new political party

• A symphony of brotherhood

• A financial revolution

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What song does Dr. King envision all of God's children singing together?

• The Star-Spangled Banner

• My Country 'Tis of Thee

• We Shall Overcome

• Amazing Grace

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