Historical Documents
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The Speech
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Which document was signed in 1776 providing freedom to Americans?

The Declaration of Independence


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The year that Martin Luther King Jr. gave his speech...

1963

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On the steps of which building in Washington, D.C., did Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., deliver his “I Have a Dream” speech in August 1963?

The Lincoln Memorial

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What is Dr. King's purpose in writing "I Have a Dream"?

He wants to challenge his audience to improve the civil rights of all Americans

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A "cup" is used as a symbol by Dr. King. That cup is really... A) equality B) bitterness C) disappointment D) dreams
What is bitterness?
200

What did the Emancipation Proclamation do?

Ended Slavery in the US


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When was the Emancipation Proclamation signed?

1863.

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Why do you think Dr. King refers to the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence in his speech?
What is he wants to stress that all Americans are guaranteed certain rights?
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What is the main "Dream" that Dr. King expresses in his speech?

 "Liberty and Justice for all Americans"?

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How is Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy celebrated annually in the United States?

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed on the third Monday of January.

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Which speech is referenced when King says "Five score years ago"?

The Gettysburg Address given by President Lincoln

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The year the Civil Rights Act was passed in the U.S.
What is 1964?
300

In his speech, which does Dr. King state as a reminder to his own people?

To march with dignity, and not let violence overcome them.

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Dr. King compares the broken promises toward African American's to what?

A check being cashed with insufficient funds


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How did Martin Luther King Jr.'s background as a Baptist minister influence his approach to civil rights activism?

Emphasised non-violent protests and peace

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What was King's creed that he stated in his speech?*Hint* it's taken from the Declaration of Independence.

"I hold these truths to be self evident, that all men are created equal"

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What event served as the backdrop for Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech?

The March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom

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Why was King's focus on states like Alabama, Mississippi and Georgia?

They are all Southern states, where racism was most prevalent in 1963

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The main focus of King’s speech is on... 

 "Ending segregation and racial injustice in America"?

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Who was President at the time that King gave his speech?

*Hint* - we've read something of his this semester...

John F. Kennedy

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How does King's incorporation of historical documents in the speech strengthen his argument for civil rights?

It connects the struggle for civil rights to the foundational principles of American democracy.

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Why did Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. speak last?

Because no one else wanted to since they assumed camera crews wouldn't stick around.


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What is the significance of the phrase "We cannot be satisfied as long as the Negro is the victim of the unspeakable horrors of police brutality" in the speech?

Addresses systemic racism and police violence against African Americans.

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Which popular patriotic song is mentioned in King's speech?

"My Country is of Thee" (Otherwise known as "America")
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What role did Mahalia Jackson have in Dr. Martin Luther King's speech?

She encouraged him to "Tell them about the Dream, Martin!"