Martin Luther King Jr. Quiz

What is the main idea of the passage about Martin Luther King Jr.?

• Martin Luther King Jr. only cared about speeches.

• Martin Luther King Jr. wanted to make things fair for everyone by peacefully protesting.

• Martin Luther King Jr. worked to change laws so everyone could ride buses.

Which detail best supports the main idea of the passage?

• Dr. King’s words made some people angry.

• Dr. King was the leader of a group that called for a bus boycott lasting 381 days.

• Dr. King enjoyed giving speeches at large events.

Which event started after Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat?

• A one-day boycott where people didn’t ride buses to protest unfair laws.

• A protest where people argued on buses.

• A march in Washington, D.C.

What does “boycott” mean in the passage?

• To ride buses every day.

• To stop using something as a way to protest.

• To make speeches about peace.

What does Dr. King mean by “I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character”?

• He hopes his children will be famous.

• He dreams that people will treat others fairly and not judge them by appearance.

• He wants his children to be leaders like him.

How did Dr. King’s words inspire people?

• His words made people angry and caused fights.

• His words inspired people to join peaceful protests and work for change.

• His words made people want to ignore him.

What can we learn about Dr. King from his actions and words?

• He was brave and wanted to bring people together for fairness.

• He only cared about giving speeches.

• He wanted to make everyone ride the bus.

What does the word "nonviolent" mean in this passage?

• Loud and angry

• Calm and peaceful, without fighting

• Fun and exciting

Why was the “March on Washington” important?

• It showed that many people wanted fairness and more freedom.

• It was a fun event with speeches.

• It was the only time Dr. King gave a speech.

What might have happened if Dr. King hadn’t continued to speak out and lead peaceful protests?

• Fewer people would have known about unfair treatment, and change might have been slower.

• People would have decided to stop fighting for their rights.

• Other leaders would have taken over immediately and brought about change on their own.