What is the primary purpose of Martin Luther King Jr.'s letter from Birmingham Jail?

Exploring the Significance of 'Letter from a Birmingham Jail'

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To argue against the civil rights movement
To respond to criticisms from white clergy
To support the actions of the white moderates
To announce the end of the civil rights movement
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What method did MLK advocate for in the civil rights movement?
Judicial appeals
Non-violent direct action
Armed resistance
Legislative lobbying
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Why did MLK believe 'waiting' was not an option for achieving civil rights?
It was the preferred method of oppressors
It was suggested by the white clergy
It had historically led to quick changes
It always resulted in immediate action
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How does MLK justify the use of non-violent direct action?
To force negotiation by raising the stakes
To comply with local government requests
To ensure no laws were broken
As a way to avoid any confrontation
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What does MLK say about justice and waiting?
Justice delayed is justice denied
Justice needs time to be effective
Waiting ensures a fair outcome
Justice is best served cold
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What was the main goal of the non-violent direct action in Birmingham?
To gain media attention
To train participants in protest methods
To create a crisis to force negotiation
To comply with local laws
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According to MLK, who was the biggest obstacle to the civil rights movement?
Violent protestors
The Ku Klux Klan
The white moderate
The federal government
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