Question

read this excerpt from one of martin luther kings speeches. what method of protest is he advocating for in this speech? writing letters to people in positions of power nonviolent resistance the use of force, but only if necessary we are here, we are here this evening because we are tired now. and i want to say that we are not here advocating violence. i want it to be known throughout montgomery and throughout this nation that we are christian people... the only weapon that we have in our hands this evening is the weapon of protest. dr. martin luther king, dec. 5, 1955

Explanation:

Martin Luther King was a prominent advocate of non - violent resistance. In the given excerpt, he clearly states that they are not advocating violence and their only weapon is the weapon of protest, which aligns with non - violent resistance.

Answer:

B. nonviolent resistance