Question

1. The civil rights movement consisted of many events, such as freedom rides and sit-ins. Some of the events, such as fires and murders, were violent and unsettling. But the killing of the four little girls in Birmingham is considered one of the most significant events. Why do you think it was so important?

Answer 1

This was such an important event for a few reasons. First of all, the church that was attacked was a prominent place for the Civil Rights Movement. Many high profile people went there, so it was already an important venue. Second of all, it was a church which typically is not seen as an area where you should attack because of its peaceful nature. Thirdly and most importantly, the victims were innocent children who had no impact on the movement.