Personal Life
Where was Martin Luther King Jr.'s born?
Atlanta, Georgia
What was the eloquent speech delivered by Martin Luther King Jr. and was immediately recognized as a highlight of the successful protest, and has endured as one of the signature moments of the civil rights movement?
the "I have a dream" speech
Who was president during the time King made his I have a dream speech?
John F. Kennedy
What year was Martin Luther King Jr. assasinated?
1968
These are personal rights guaranteed and protected by the U.S. Constitution and federal laws enacted by Congress and also include protection from unlawful discrimination.
Civil Rights
Who did Martin Luther King Jr. marry?
Coretta Scott King
True or False:
King almost didn’t deliver what is now the most famous part of the speech, "I have a dream".
True: His advisers discouraged him from using the same theme again, and he had apparently drafted a version of the speech that didn’t include it. But as he spoke that day, the gospel singer Mahalia Jackson prompted him to “Tell them about the dream, Martin.” Abandoning his prepared text, King improvised the rest of his speech, with electrifying results.
Who signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
Lyndon B. Johnson
39 Years old
What are the five freedoms our civil rights protect?
speech, religion, press, assembly, and the right to petition the government
How many children did Martin Luther King Jr. have?
4
Who owns the "I have a dream" speech?
King's family
Which president signed the Civil Rights Act of 1957 into law to help protect voter rights.
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Where was King assasinated?
Memphis, TN
Who has civil rights?
Everyone
What day is Martin Luther King Jr.'s birth day?
January 15th
What is the main idea of King's I have a dream speech?
To protest against discrimination and to fight for freedom and equality.
Which president signed order to end segregation in armed forces?
Harry S. Truman
Who killed Martin Luther King Jr?
James Earl Ray
What are 5 examples of civil rights?
Examples of civil rights include the right to vote, the right to a fair trial, the right to government services, the right to a public education, and the right to use public facilities.
What is Martin Luther King Jr.'s birth name?
Michael
What was the occasion of Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech?
March on Washington Protest for jobs and freedom
Who was president when segregation ended?
Lyndon B. Johnson
What was the name of the motel where King was shot and killed?
Lorraine Motel
Who or what protects our civil rights?
the U.S. Constitution and federal laws enacted by Congress