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Letter from Birmingham Jail

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What is the main concern expressed by the author in the text?

The challenges faced by white moderates in understanding racial injustice.
The discrimination and segregation experienced by the black community. (correct)
The importance of moderation and order in society.
The lack of availability of public amusement parks for colored children.

What is considered the Negro's great stumbling block towards freedom?

Vicious mobs
Ku Klux Klanner
White Citizen's Counciler
White moderate (correct)

Why does the author mention the lack of acceptance at motels for Negroes in the text?

To illustrate the difficulties faced due to segregation and discrimination. (correct)
To emphasize the need for more motels for colored people.
To criticize the quality of motels accepting colored people.
To highlight the affordability issues faced by Negroes.

What effects does the author describe on a six-year-old daughter due to segregation?

Development of an unconscious bitterness toward white people. (C) Signup and view all the answers

In the text, what does the author feel is necessary for society to understand their impatience?

A recognition of legitimate grievances. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the author imply about the critics in the text?

Their criticisms are sincerely set forth. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why does the author rarely respond to criticism?

To prevent their secretaries from being overwhelmed. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the author suggest about the word 'Wait' in the text?

It often means 'Never'. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does the author view the pace of progress towards rights in comparison to Asia and Africa?

Negroes have moved at a slower pace than Asia and Africa. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's stance on justice being delayed according to the text?

Justice delayed is justice denied. (C) Signup and view all the answers

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