Civil rights supporters gather in Washington, D.C., on August 28, 1963, for the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom

Civil rights supporters gather in Washington, D.C., on August 28, 1963, for the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom

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On August 28, 1963, over 250,000 people participated in the March on Washington, a significant civil rights demonstration. The event included the singing of 'We Shall Overcome,' symbolizing hope and unity in the fight for equality.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event took place on August 28, 1963?

The end of World War II

The signing of the Civil Rights Act

The March on Washington

The first moon landing

2.

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30 sec • 1 pt

Approximately how many people participated in the March on Washington?

50,000

100,000

250,000

500,000

3.

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30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary focus of the March on Washington?

Healthcare reform

Economic policies

Civil rights

Environmental issues

4.

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30 sec • 1 pt

Which song became an anthem for the civil rights movement?

Imagine

We Shall Overcome

Blowin' in the Wind

A Change is Gonna Come

5.

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What is the significance of the song 'We Shall Overcome' in the context of the civil rights movement?

It was a protest against war

It symbolized hope and unity

It was a popular dance song

It was a campaign jingle