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    Where did King give his famous 1963 “I Have a Dream” speech?

    • During the March on Washington
    • At John F. Kennedy's inauguration
    • During a freedom walk in Detroit
    • The balcony of the Lorraine Motel in Memphis
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Martin Luther King, Jr. (January 15, 1929 – April 4, 1968) was an American clergyman, activist, and prominent leader in the African-American Civil Rights Movement and an iconic figure in the advancement of civil rights in the United States and around the world. He strongly believed in realizing social change through the use of nonviolent methods. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is a United States federal holiday observed on the third Monday of January each year, around the time of King's birthday on January 15. Many cities and countries around the world observe the holiday to honor his memory.

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  • 2. 

    King was a precocious student and demonstrated a keen intellect at a very young age.  He skipped both the ninth and the twelfth grade and entered what college at age fifteen without formally graduating from high school?

    • The University of Georgia

    • Harvard University

    • Wheaton College

    • Morehouse College

    Correct Answer
    A. Morehouse College
    Explanation
    King skipped both the ninth and twelfth grade and entered Morehouse College at age fifteen without formally graduating from high school. This suggests that Morehouse College accepted King based on his exceptional academic abilities and recognized his potential as a young student with a keen intellect.

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  • 3. 

    In 1964, King became the youngest person to ever receive the Nobel Peace Prize. How old was he?

    • 32

    • 35

    • 39

    • 42

    Correct Answer
    A. 35
    Explanation
    In 1964, Martin Luther King Jr. became the youngest person to ever receive the Nobel Peace Prize. This indicates that he received the prize at a relatively young age. The correct answer is 35, which means that King was 35 years old when he received the Nobel Peace Prize.

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    In what year, during his last speech, did King say the following? "Like anybody, I would like to live a long life. Longevity has its place. But I'm not concerned about that now. I just want to do God's will. And He's allowed me to go up to the mountain. And I've looked over. And I've seen the Promised Land. I may not get there with you. But I want you to know tonight, that we, as a people, will get to the promised land!"

    • 1966

    • 1967

    • 1968

    • 1969

    Correct Answer
    A. 1968
    Explanation
    In his last speech, King said, "Like

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  • 5. 

    What was King’s legal first name, as incorrectly recorded on his birth certificate?

    • Michael

    • Marvin

    • Martin

    • Morton

    Correct Answer
    A. Michael
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Michael because it was incorrectly recorded on King's birth certificate. This suggests that King's legal first name was mistakenly written as Michael instead of his actual legal first name.

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  • 6. 

    In what year was Martin Luther King, Jr. Day established as a U.S. federal holiday?

    • 1982

    • 1986

    • 1989

    • 1992

    Correct Answer
    A. 1986
    Explanation
    In 1986, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day was established as a U.S. federal holiday. This holiday is celebrated on the third Monday of January each year to honor the birthday and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr., who was a prominent civil rights leader in the United States. The establishment of this holiday recognizes his contributions to the civil rights movement and his advocacy for equality and justice.

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    In 1963, King was arrested and jailed during anti-segregation protests in Birmingham, Alabama. What famous piece of work did he write during that time?

    • The "I Have a Dream" Speech

    • The "I've Been to the Mountaintop" Speech

    • Letter From Birmingham City Jail

    • The "Where Do We Go From Here?" Speech

    Correct Answer
    A. Letter From Birmingham City Jail
    Explanation
    During his time in jail in Birmingham, Alabama, King wrote the famous "Letter From Birmingham City Jail." This letter was a response to a statement by eight white clergymen criticizing the civil rights protests and calling for an end to demonstrations. In the letter, King defended the nonviolent protests and explained the urgency and necessity of the civil rights movement. The letter became an important document in the fight for civil rights and is considered one of King's most influential writings.

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    At what famous 1939 movie premiere did King and his church choir sing?

    • The Wizard of Oz

    • Gone with the Wind

    • The Grapes of Wrath

    • A Raisin in the Sun

    Correct Answer
    A. Gone with the Wind
    Explanation
    At the famous 1939 movie premiere of "Gone with the Wind," King and his church choir sang.

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  • 9. 

    From 1957 until his death in 1968, how many books did King author?

    • 4

    • 5

    • 6

    • 7

    Correct Answer
    A. 5
    Explanation
    From 1957 until his death in 1968, King authored a total of 5 books.

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  • 10. 

    King received a Ph.D in Theology from what educational institution?

    • Harvard University

    • Morehouse College

    • The University of Georgia

    • Boston University

    Correct Answer
    A. Boston University
    Explanation
    King received a Ph.D in Theology from Boston University.

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  • 11. 

    King is one of ten 20th Century martyrs to have a statue where?

    • St. Peter's Basilica

    • Notre Dame Cathedral

    • Westminster Abbey

    • The Smithsonian

    Correct Answer
    A. Westminster Abbey
    Explanation
    Westminster Abbey is the correct answer because it is one of the ten 20th Century martyrs to have a statue there.

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