Question

racism.
c. dr. king attempts to encourage all americans to end racism by joining the cause to defend civil rights for african americans.
d. dr. king sought to respond to the criticism he received from people that he considered to be colleagues by methodically addressing each of their claims.

Explanation:

To determine the correct option, we analyze the context (likely related to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s work, such as his "Letter from Birmingham Jail" where he responded to criticisms from fellow clergymen).

• Option C: While Dr. King did aim to end racism and gain civil rights, the specific action of "joining the cause" isn't the focus of his responses to critics (like in the Birmingham letter context).
• Option D: In his writings (e.g., "Letter from Birmingham Jail"), Dr. King methodically addressed the claims of those who criticized his civil rights efforts (whom he considered colleagues in the fight for justice, even if they disagreed with his methods), matching this description.

Answer:

D. Dr. King sought to respond to the criticism he received from people that he considered to be colleagues by methodically addressing each of their claims.