Question

shedding light on ella bakernews: history\give light and people will find the way.\ ella bakers own words illuminate the reasons her contributions to the civil rights movement were so important. at the same time, they shed light on why many americans have never heard of her. for more than 50 years, this tireless activist organized, agitated, and advocated for equality for black americans. she worked alongside famous figures like dr. martin luther king, jr. and john lewis, however, she often operated behind the scenes to empower those whod been underestimated.\you didnt see me on television; you didnt see news stories about me,\ baker explained. \my theory is, strong people dont need strong leaders.\question 5which passage from the article best supports the idea that baker inspired others to recognize their power and potential for themselves?a. baker died in 1986, but after a lifetime spent striving for freedom and equality her legacy continues to burn bright.b. dr. martin luther king, jr. was its president, but as its acting executive director, baker was largely responsible for organizing and supervising its efforts.c. a brilliant student, baker graduated...in 1927, before moving to new york city. there, she worked for organizations devoted to racial and economic equality.d. baker arranged a conference, inviting hundreds of student activists from all over the south. she encouraged them to form their own organization, which became...sncc.

Explanation:

We need to identify the passage that shows Baker inspired others to recognize their own power. Option D describes her encouraging student activists to form their own independent organization, which directly supports the idea of empowering others to take charge and recognize their potential. The other options focus on her legacy, organizational work, or early activism, not on inspiring others to claim their own power.

Answer:

D. Baker arranged a conference, inviting hundreds of student activists from all over the South. She encouraged them to form their own organization, which became...SNCC.