March on Washington: Key Events and Figures

The video covers the historic March on Washington on August 28, 1963, where over 250,000 people gathered to protest racial inequality. It highlights the journey of participants, the historical context of slavery and segregation, and the significance of the event. The march featured speeches, including Martin Luther King Jr.'s famous 'I Have a Dream' speech, which called for racial equality and justice. The march's impact led to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, marking a pivotal moment in the civil rights movement.

What was the main reason people gathered in Washington, D.C. on August 28, 1963?

• To celebrate a national holiday

• To protest against racial inequality

• To attend a music festival

• To witness a sports event

Which of the following was NOT a form of segregation mentioned in the transcript?

• Separate public parks

• Separate movie theater entrances

• Separate water fountains

• Separate schools

Who were the two black leaders who organized the March on Washington?

• Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks

• A. Philip Randolph and Bayard Rustin

• Thurgood Marshall and W.E.B. Du Bois

• Malcolm X and James Baldwin

What was the significance of the location chosen for the March on Washington?

• It was the nation's capital where laws are made

• It was the largest city in the United States

• It was the site of the first civil rights protest

• It was the birthplace of Martin Luther King Jr.

What song did the marchers sing as they walked to the Lincoln Memorial?

• We Shall Overcome

• Lift Every Voice and Sing

• This Little Light of Mine

• Amazing Grace

What was sold in the bag lunches during the march?

• Turkey sandwich, banana, and chips

• Cheese sandwich, apple, and slice of pound cake

• Ham sandwich, apple, and cookie

• Peanut butter sandwich, orange, and brownie

What was the main theme of Martin Luther King Jr.'s speech?

• Economic prosperity

• World peace

• Environmental conservation

• Racial equality and justice

How long did Martin Luther King Jr. speak during his 'I Have a Dream' speech?

• 10 minutes

• 16 minutes and 20 seconds

• 30 minutes

• 45 minutes

What was the immediate legislative outcome following the March on Washington?

• The Voting Rights Act of 1965

• The Civil Rights Act of 1964

• The Fair Housing Act of 1968

• The Education Amendments of 1972

What did Martin Luther King Jr. hope for his children in his dream?

• To become wealthy

• To travel the world

• To live in a nation where they are not judged by their skin color

• To become famous