MLK III to Newsy: The Dream Hasn’t Happened Yet

MLK III to Newsy: The Dream Hasn’t Happened Yet

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The transcript discusses the ongoing struggle for civil rights, highlighting recent police brutality cases and the deferred dream of Martin Luther King Jr. It covers the planned march and its legislative goals, such as the John Lewis Voting Rights Act and the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act. The importance of public policy and voting is emphasized, along with details of both virtual and physical march events. The transcript concludes with a reflection on the nation's growing awareness and response to injustice.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What recent event is highlighted as a representation of a 'dream deferred' in the struggle for equality?

The police shooting of Jacob Blake

A peaceful protest in Washington

The election of a new president

The passing of a new law

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main goals of the march to the Lincoln Memorial?

To celebrate a national holiday

To announce a new political party

To hold a music festival

To renew the John Lewis Voting Rights Act

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which act aims to eliminate qualified immunity for police officers?

The Immigration Reform Act

The Civil Rights Act

The Voting Rights Act

The George Floyd Justice in Policing Act

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What precaution is required for attendees of the rally during the pandemic?

Wearing a face mask

Bringing a personal identification

Donating to a charity

Wearing a specific color

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What message is emphasized by Martin Luther King III regarding the nation's response to current events?

The nation is divided

The nation is standing up together

The nation is ignoring the issues

The nation is confused