What was Martin Luther King Jr.'s role in American history?

Martin Luther King Jr. Trivia

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
He was a renowned scientist.
He was a leader in the civil rights movement.
He was a famous athlete.
He was a famous musician.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was Martin Luther King Jr.'s original name at birth?
John King Jr.
Michael King Jr.
James King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Why did Martin Luther King Jr.'s father change their names?
To honor a family tradition.
To honor a political leader.
To honor a Christian reformer.
To honor a famous musician.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was a significant challenge Martin faced during his high school years?
He struggled with his studies.
He had difficulty making friends.
He was not allowed to participate in sports.
He was forced to stand on a bus due to racial discrimination.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Where did Martin Luther King Jr. receive his doctorate?
Boston University
Stanford University
Harvard University
Yale University
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who inspired Dr. King's approach to peaceful protests?
Rosa Parks
Mahatma Gandhi
Nelson Mandela
Abraham Lincoln
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the title of Dr. King's most famous speech?
Freedom for All
I Have a Dream
The Time is Now
We Shall Overcome
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