MLK Jr's Life
What month is his birthday?
January
TRUE OR FALSE: He led PEACEFUL protests
True
What was Martin Luther King Jr's famous speech called?
" I have a dream"...
What is racism?
Treating someone unfairly or thinking they are less important just because of their skin color, where their family comes from, or their race
What does it mean to volunteer?
To offer time, skills, or service for a cause or organization without being forced or paid, driven by the will or desire to help
What city and state was he born in?
Atlanta, Georgia
How did he convey his beliefs to crowds?
Through speeches
What is it called when people withdraw from commercial or social relations with (a country, organization, or person) as a punishment or protest?
A boycott
What can you do to help someone who is being treated unfairly by others?
Stand up for them (other responses also work!)
What year was he born in?
1929
What are the two types of justice he hoped to bring?
Racial and economic justice
When is he honored by the U.S. today?
The third Monday of every January
TRUE OR FALSE: Black and white Americans being ALLOWED to share public spaces is called segregation
False! The unfair rules that SEPARATED Americans based on race were called segregation
TRUE OR FALSE: You NEED to donate money in order to make change
False! Although money can help causes, donating your time can also contribute to change!
What was he instead of a politician?
A pastor
What did he believe everyone deserved regardless of their skin color?
Equal rights
In 1963, at what memorial did his speech take place?
The Lincoln Memorial
In 1963, what city did Martin Luther King Jr. lead the civil rights march in?
Washington D.C
What are some places you can volunteer at? List at least one!
Examples: Heal the Bay, Red Cross, Wags and Walks, homeless shelters, etc.
What famous award did he receive?
The Nobel Peace Prize
Which famous activist inspired him?
Ghandi
How many people attended Martin Luther King's "I Have a Dream" speech?
More than 200,000 people
What was passed in 1964?
The Civil Rights Act of 1964
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