Early life
which two people in MLK's childhood really influenced his church background? (need both for credit)
His father and grandfather
what was his wife's name?
Coretta Scott
What city did MLK get killed in?
Memphis
What was MLK's first birth name?
Michael
Which Indian activist helped inspire MLK's non-violent methods?
Gandhi
MLK gave his famous "I Have a dream speech at this event"
March on Washington
What was the main reason the Kings returned to Atlanta, Georgia in 1960?
Dr. King became the co-pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church with his father.
what two grades did MLK skip? (both needed for credit)
9th and 11th
What was the first major civil rights event Dr. King led?
Montgomery Bus Boycott
Who assassinated MLK in Tennessee?
James Earl Ray
How old was MLK when he died?
39
When is MLK's birthday? (only the day is needed)
January 15, 1929
What was a “sit-in”?
Students sat at lunch counters; despite being refused service.
King led protestors in the third attempt to march from
this city to Montgomery, Alabama
Selma
How many people were in attendance for the March on Washington?
200,000
Name a reason Dr. King was arrested.
he was arrested for not leaving a department store lunch counter and then later for a traffic conviction
Why was Dr. King sometimes criticized by other leaders of his time?
Some said his methods were too weak and too late for the cause
What does SCLC stand for?
Southern Christian Leadership
Conference
How long did the Montgomery Bus Boycott last? (Within 10 days will get you credit)
382 days