march on washington (1963)

• How many people participated in the March on Washington?

  250,000 people
• What was the significance of Martin Luther King Jr.'s speech during the March on Washington?


  It confirmed him as the spokesman for the civil rights movement
• What were the key factors that made the March on Washington significant in the Civil Rights Movement?


  • Size: 250,000 participants
  • Publicity: National broadcast and media coverage
  • Role of MLK: Established him as a prominent leader
• Why did civil rights leaders plan the March on Washington shortly after the Birmingham campaign?


  To make the most of the momentum gained through Campaign C
• How did the March on Washington promote the civil rights movement on a global stage?


  It showcased unity among black and white Americans advocating for civil rights
• What was the significance of the March on Washington in promoting civil rights?


  It was a landmark event that brought national attention to civil rights issues
• What was the outcome of the March on Washington?


  It helped to galvanize support for civil rights legislation
• What was the biggest risk of organizing the March on Washington?


  The potential for violent backlash against participants
• What was the formal name of the March on Washington in 1963?

  The March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom
• What event prompted the March on Washington in 1963?

  The horrible scenes in Birmingham
• Which organizations joined forces for the March on Washington?

  SCLC, SNCC, NAACP, CORE
• On what date did the March on Washington take place?

  August 28, 1963
• How many people participated in the March on Washington?

  250,000 people
• What was significant about the racial composition of the participants?

  40,000 participants were white
• What was the impact of Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech?

  It secured his position as a spokesperson
• Where did Martin Luther King Jr. deliver his speech?

  At the Lincoln Memorial
• Why is King's "I Have a Dream" speech considered famous?

  It is one of the best speeches in history
• How did the March on Washington affect perceptions of civil rights?

  It showed huge support for civil rights
• What was the significance of the peaceful protest at the March on Washington?

  It demonstrated unity among diverse groups
• Which famous musicians attended the March on Washington?

  Bob Dylan and Joan Baez
• What inspired the March on Washington?

  The scenes in Birmingham, Alabama
• What was the overall message of the March on Washington?

  Public support for civil rights
• How did the media coverage of the March on Washington influence public opinion?

  It increased awareness and support for civil rights
• What was the effect of King's speech on the government?

  Increased pressure for civil rights legislation
• What were the key outcomes of the March on Washington?

  • Showed broad support for civil rights
  • Increased visibility of civil rights leaders
  • Led to more civil rights legislation
  • United diverse groups in peaceful protest
• What were the main themes of Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech?

  • Equality for all people
  • Brotherhood among races
  • Freedom from oppression
  • Judging by character, not skin color