Thousands Expected To Gather For March On Washington

Thousands Expected To Gather For March On Washington

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The video discusses a march in Washington under COVID-19 safety rules, led by Reverend Al Sharpton. The event aims to highlight racial bias and coincides with the 57th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I Have a Dream' speech. It also addresses the protests against racial injustice sparked by the police killings of George Floyd and others, and the recent shooting of Jacob Blake.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is the primary goal of the March on Washington as discussed by Reverend Al Sharpton?

To promote a new political agenda

To gather as many people as possible

To highlight unchecked racial bias

To celebrate a national holiday

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What significant historical event does the March on Washington coincide with?

The end of the Civil War

The signing of the Civil Rights Act

Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I Have a Dream' speech

The founding of the NAACP

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30 sec • 1 pt

What additional event is planned alongside the physical march?

A concert

A televised debate

A fundraising gala

A virtual march

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which recent event reignited protests against racial injustice?

The shooting of Jacob Blake

The passing of a new law

The election of a new president

The release of a controversial film

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the catalysts for the wave of protests over the summer?

A viral social media challenge

Economic downturn

Natural disasters

Police killings of George Floyd and others