Protesting to Demand Rights

Question 1

What were King’s reasons for writing this letter? Check all that apply.

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A: to respond to criticism; C: to gain the support of other ministers; E: to explain the reasons for his choices

Question 2

What does King mean by the phrase "a nonviolent direct action program”?

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A: a peaceful form of protest, such as a sit-in or march

Question 3

According to the letter, why was King in Birmingham?

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B: He had been asked to help stage a protest.

Question 4

Which steps to organizing a nonviolent campaign does King describe? Check all that apply.

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A: deciding whether laws are unfair; B: talking with local officials; D: holding peaceful protests for change; F: learning how to protest in a nonviolent way

Question 5

What claim does King make in this passage?

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D: Birmingham is among the worst cities for discrimination against African Americans.

Question 6

What evidence does King provide to support his claim that Birmingham is "the most thoroughly segregated city”? Check all that apply.

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A: The city has a record of police brutality and violence.; C: More bombings have occurred there than in any other city.; D: Local courts do not treat African Americans fairly.

Question 7

Based on the text, what was King most likely hoping to accomplish by writing this letter?

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D: He hoped to make his critics understand that nonviolent protest was the best way to change unfair laws in Birmingham.

Question 8

According to his letter, why does King believe that nonviolent protest can bring about change? Check all that apply.It pushes local officials to want to enter into negotiations.It helps protestors avoid experiencing violence in response.It is the fastest and easiest way to create change in a community.It brings attention to issues that some people might not want to address.It allows people to take action to improve their lives and circumstances.It allows protestors to quietly call for change without alerting the media.

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A: It pushes local officials to want to enter into negotiations.; D: It brings attention to issues that some people might not want to address.; E: It allows people to take action to improve their lives and circumstances.

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