- 1. Bearing the Cross by David J. Garrow is a comprehensive and meticulously researched biography of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., chronicling his life and significant contributions to the civil rights movement in America. Published in 1986, the book not only details King's rise as a prominent leader advocating for nonviolent resistance against racial injustice but also delves into the challenges and dilemmas he faced, including his personal struggles, the complexities of his relationships, and the impact of his leadership on the broader civil rights agenda. Garrow draws from a wealth of primary sources, including interviews, letters, and archival material, providing an in-depth and nuanced portrait of King as both a public figure and a private man. The biography also discusses the social and political context of the 1950s and 1960s, highlighting significant events such as the Montgomery Bus Boycott, the March on Washington, and the Selma to Montgomery marches, while reflecting on the legacy of King's work in shaping America's path toward racial equality. Garrow's critical analysis helps illuminate the historical significance of King's philosophy of nonviolence, his commitment to social justice, and the ultimate sacrifices he made, making 'Bearing the Cross' not only an essential read for those interested in civil rights history but also a profound exploration of moral courage and leadership.
When was 'Bearing the Cross' published?
A) 2001
B) 1995
C) 1986
D) 1975
- 2. Which organization did King lead?
A) NAACP
B) Black Panthers
C) Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC)
D) SNCC
- 3. What was the focus of King's activism?
A) Economic boycotts
B) Nonviolent resistance
C) Militant uprising
D) Political lobbying
- 4. Which city is closely associated with early Civil Rights protests?
A) New York
B) Montgomery
C) Atlanta
D) Washington D.C.
- 5. What was a key event that escalated King’s visibility?
A) Selma to Montgomery March
B) Birmingham Campaign
C) Montgomery Bus Boycott
D) March on Washington
- 6. In which U.S. state did King begin his ministry?
A) Georgia
B) Tennessee
C) Mississippi
D) Alabama
- 7. Who was a close associate of King during the Civil Rights Movement?
A) Frederick Douglass
B) Ralph Abernathy
C) John F. Kennedy
D) W.E.B. Du Bois
- 8. On what basis did King promote civil disobedience?
A) Self-interest
B) Moral responsibility
C) Violence
D) Political gain
- 9. What type of source material does Garrow use?
A) Fictional accounts
B) Memoirs by other leaders
C) Primary sources and interviews
D) Newspaper articles only
- 10. How does Garrow depict King’s personality?
A) As power-hungry
B) As one-dimensional and simple
C) As shy and introverted
D) As complex and deeply principled
- 11. Which president did King have a notable correspondence with?
A) Franklin D. Roosevelt
B) Lyndon B. Johnson
C) John F. Kennedy
D) Richard Nixon
- 12. Who assassinated Martin Luther King Jr.?
A) Sirhan Sirhan
B) John Wilkes Booth
C) James Earl Ray
D) Lee Harvey Oswald
- 13. What did King advocate for as a solution to poverty?
A) Increased taxes on the rich
B) Corporate tax cuts
C) Welfare dependency
D) Economic justice
- 14. What was King's ultimate goal according to the book?
A) Promoting socialism
B) Fighting against the Vietnam War
C) Establishing a Black nation
D) Achieving equality for all people
- 15. What year was King assassinated?
A) 1971
B) 1965
C) 1970
D) 1968
- 16. During which campaign did King face violent opposition in 1965?
A) Birmingham Campaign
B) Selma to Montgomery marches
C) Freedom Summer
D) Rochester movement
- 17. Who wrote 'Bearing the Cross'?
A) Cornel West
B) David J. Garrow
C) Stephen Oates
D) Taylor Branch
- 18. What award did King receive in 1964?
A) Pulitzer Prize
B) Nobel Peace Prize
C) Grammy Award
D) Presidential Medal of Freedom
- 19. What movement is the focus of 'Bearing the Cross'?
A) Civil Rights Movement
B) Labor Movement
C) Women's Suffrage
D) Anti-Vietnam War Movement
- 20. Who is the primary subject of 'Bearing the Cross'?
A) Malcolm X
B) Martin Luther King Jr.
C) Frederick Douglass
D) Rosa Parks
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