History Kids: Martin Luther King, Jr.

The video explores the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., highlighting his early life, education, and pivotal role in the civil rights movement. It covers key events like the Montgomery Bus Boycott, the March on Washington, and his famous 'I Have a Dream' speech. The video also discusses his final years, achievements, and the lasting impact of his nonviolent approach to achieving equality and justice.

What was Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s original birth name?

• Andrew

• Michael

• James

• Martin

What were the laws called that enforced racial segregation in the United States?

• Bus station laws

• None of the above

• Separation laws

• Jim Crow laws

At what age did Martin Luther King Jr. graduate from high school?

• 15 years old

• 17 years old

• 18 years old

• 16 years old

In which state did Martin Luther King Jr. become a pastor?

• Alabama

• South Carolina

• Florida

• Delaware

Who was the woman arrested for refusing to give up her bus seat in Montgomery?

• May Daniels

• Rosa Parks

• Maya Angelou

• Sally Ride

How long did the Montgomery Bus Boycott last?

• Almost five years

• More than a year

• Almost six months

• About 10 days

What type of protest involves sitting down and refusing to leave?

• Counter-protests

• Stakeouts

• Sit-ins

• Speak-ups

In what year did the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom take place?

• 2001

• 1985

• 1963

• 2012

What is the name of Dr. King's famous speech delivered at the March on Washington?

• Great March speech

• I Have a Dream speech

• Civil Rights for All speech

• Peaceful Resistance speech

Which US President signed the Civil Rights Act in 1964?

• President Kennedy

• President Obama

• President Johnson

• President George W. Bush