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The Birmingham Jail key symbolizes the struggle for civil rights and Martin Luther King Jr.'s commitment to justice.

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I Have a Dream Speech Writing Assignment:

Students will relate to MLK's "I Have a Dream speech" and think of something they are passionate about. They will develop a topic to write a persuasive speech to persuade their peers, such as "making every weekday Pizza day instead of just Fridays."

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(5) History. The student understands important issues, events, and individuals in the United States during the 20th and 21st centuries. The student is expected to:

(C) identify the accomplishments and contributions of individuals and groups such as Susan B. Anthony, Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Cesar Chavez, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Ronald Reagan, the Tuskegee Airmen, and the 442nd Regimental Combat Team in the areas of civil rights, women's rights, military actions, and politics.

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Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech, delivered during the 1963 March on Washington, is a powerful call for civil rights and equality. In it, King envisions a future where people are judged by their character, not the color of their skin. He highlights the struggles faced by African Americans and emphasizes the need for justice and freedom. The speech's iconic refrain has inspired generations, symbolizing the enduring fight against racial discrimination and the pursuit of a more equitable society.

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Students will choose four ways they can "change the world" relating to MLK and the Civil Rights Movement.

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Martin Luther King Jr. Famous Montgomery Speech 1965

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Martin Luther King Jr. Famous Montgomery Speech 1965

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Rare Video Footage of Historic Alabama 1965 Civil Rights Marches, MLK's Famous Montgomery Speech

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March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom

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March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom

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The March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, held on August 28, 1963, was a pivotal event in the American civil rights movement. Over 250,000 people gathered at the Lincoln Memorial, advocating for economic justice and racial equality. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his famous "I Have a Dream" speech during the event, which called for an end to racism and discrimination. The march highlighted the urgent need for civil rights legislation, influencing public opinion and leading to significant legislative changes, including the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

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We Shall Over Come, became the anthem of the Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and 1960s. It offered courage, comfort, and hope as protesters confronted prejudice and hate in the battle for equal rights for African Americans.

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The handcuffs collected from Martin Luther King Jr. symbolize the struggle against oppression and the fight for civil rights. They serve as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by King and countless others in the pursuit of justice and equality.