The Official Selma to Montgomery March of 1965

The video discusses the Selma to Montgomery March in 1965, led by Dr. King, which aimed to secure voting rights for African Americans. Despite opposition, the march succeeded with protection from the National Guard. It led to the Voting Rights Act of 1965, significantly increasing African American voter registration and representation. The march highlighted the power of nonviolent protest and raised awareness about racial discrimination.

What was the main goal of the Selma to Montgomery march planned by Dr. King and President Johnson?

• To promote economic equality

• To ensure voting rights for African Americans

• To demand better housing for African Americans

• To protest against the Vietnam War

Who was responsible for ensuring the safety of the marchers during the Selma to Montgomery march?

• State troopers

• Student volunteers

• The National Guard

• Local police

Where did the marchers rest during their journey from Selma to Montgomery?

• In churches

• In hotels

• In fields

• In community centers

What was the key message of Dr. King's speech at the end of the march?

• The need for economic reform

• The call for educational improvements

• The demand for immediate political change

• The importance of peace and equality

What significant legislation was passed as a result of the Selma to Montgomery march?

• Civil Rights Act of 1964

• Fair Housing Act of 1968

• Voting Rights Act of 1965

• Equal Pay Act of 1963

How did the number of African American lawmakers in the South change after the march?

• It remained the same

• It decreased significantly

• It increased significantly

• It fluctuated without a clear trend

Who was John Lewis, and what role did he play in the civil rights movement?

• A journalist who covered the march

• A police officer who protected the marchers

• A local businessman who funded the march

• A student leader who became a Congressman