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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, SNCC, the Kennedys, and the Freedom Rides, 1960-1961.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What SCLC program was to reach out more readily to the public?
(a) POV.
(b) Crusade for Sponsors.
(c) Future Program.
(d) Hands across America.

2. What was left on King's front porch in January, 1957?
(a) A dead rabbit.
(b) A lawsuit over the boycott.
(c) Hate mail.
(d) Dynamite.

3. Why were SNCC members upset with King?
(a) He wanted to end the Freedom Rides.
(b) He tried to usurp the president of the group.
(c) They felt he was doing too much in the organization.
(d) They felt he was getting too much credit for the sit-ins.

4. The SCLC teamed up with what organization to train students to teach citizenship schools?
(a) The Baptist Civic Organization.
(b) The American Cultural Club.
(c) The Montgomery Voter Association.
(d) The Highlander Folk School.

5. What magazine did King's picture appear on in 1957?
(a) Sports Illustrated.
(b) Time.
(c) Good Housekeeping.
(d) GQ.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who took King's place as the president of MIA?

2. Martin Luther King, Jr. was the pastor of what church?

3. King was stabbed while in which city?

4. King was accused of what by the state of Alabama?

5. How long was King sentenced to jail for violating his probation?

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