Question

Which of the following explains Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s view of the Albany Movement?

A
an extremely successful set of protests

B
not a successful set of protests but a good learning experience

C
a movement that laid the foundation for the Civil Rights Act written by the government

D
a set of actions made by citizens that finally forced bus companies to desegregate their practices of seating

Answer 1

Dr Martin Luther King Jr’s view on Albany Movement is not a successful set of protests but a good learning experience.

Answer: B

Explanation

The purpose of Albany Movement was to put an end to all racial discrimination to the people living in the city.

This movement took place from 1961 to 1962.

On December 1961, when a large number of protestants were jailed, the president- William J Anderson sought help of Dr Martin Luther King to lead and sustain the spirit of the protestors.

Answer 2

Letter B is the correct answer.

Martin Luther King didn't see the movement as successful, but a good learning experience. Even though he believed he had failed, he used the experiences and the lessons learned from the Albany Movement events. King applied them in Birmingham which was as a success.