MLK
In which city or state was MLK Jr. born in?
Atlanta/Georgia
What was the name of his famous speech in Washington?
"I Have a Dream"
What is a "peaceful protest"?
A protest that does not harm anybody
What is equality?
Ex: the ideals of liberty and equality
Things being equal, especially in status, rights, or opportunities
What day was MLK born? (Hint: we celebrate MLK day 4 days after his birthday)
January 15th, 1929
What was MLK's dream? (What was the main message of his speech?)
That everybody would get along with each other, regardless of the color of their skin
Give an example of a peaceful protest
Boycotts, marches, speeches, signs, etc
What is empathy?
Ex: He felt great empathy with the poor
Being able to feel and understand another person's feelings, thoughts, or experiences
What did MLK study in university?
sociology, theology
What was MLK's main message to society?
Equality, peace, no racism
In which places of society could you see segregation?
Schools, buses, restaurants, bathrooms, hotels, movie theaters, stores, etc.
What are civil rights?
Ex: For decades, the Jacksons have presented themselves as civil rights leaders and advocates for racial equity and justice.
Rights given to citizens by their governments to ensure equal opportunities
What was the name of the famous march he led on August 28th, 1963?
March on Washington
Which famous prize did MLK receive on December 10th, 1964?
The Nobel Peace Prize
Name one way that MLK changed America
Ended segregation laws, improved civil rights, inspired change, etc
What is segregation?
Ex: They fought to end the segregation of public schools
Separating different groups in society, often based on race, gender, or ethnicity
What tragic event occurred on April 4th, 1968 in Memphis Tennessee?
What did the Civil Rights Act of 1964 accomplish?
Banned discrimination based on race in the United States
Name one specific way in which the Civil Rights Act of 1964 changed society in America
Ended segregation in schools, bathrooms, restaurants, hotels, and transportation
Equal voting rights
Companies can't discriminate when hiring somebody
What is a boycott?
Ex: The union has called for a boycott of all their goods
A nonviolent act of protest, often when members stop buying the products or services of a company or country