Role of Martin Luther King

Question 1

Knowlege 1

Answer 1

Martin Luther King weared down resistance of white racists by using endless protests and peaceful methods, marches began to take place. Over 900 children were jailed as they joined in the marches.

Question 2

Knowlege 2

Answer 2

Martin Luther king gave a world wide speech which became the most famous speeches of the twentieth century.

Question 3

Analysis

Answer 3

This was important as the speech helped influence the federal government due to the vast media attention.

Question 4

Analysis Plus

Answer 4

However not all black Americans agreed with peaceful methods as they did not face real issues faced by blacks in housing, employment and wages.