Which historical event best fits the theme of “oppressed people standing up for recognition”?
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Answer:
A. In 1963, thousands of people marched on Washington to demand civil rights for African Americans.
Explanation:
The March on Washington was a a protest that occurred in August 1963. During the march 250 thousand people gathered in front of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC, the aim was to draw attention to the inequalities faced by African Americans even 100 years after the emancipation. During this march, Martin Luther King Jr held the famous “I have a dream” speech.