Question

based on the introduction paragraphs 1 - 6, how does dr. martin luther king, jr. regard abraham lincoln? (a) he criticizes lincoln because black americans were still discriminated against. (b) he blames lincoln for failing to enforce equal rights for black americans. (c) he praises lincoln in pioneering justice for black americans. (d) he honors lincoln for his service during the civil war.

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Martin Luther King Jr. didn't criticize Lincoln for Black Americans' discrimination post - Lincoln's time as Lincoln's efforts were in the Civil War era for emancipation. So A is wrong.
• Option B: Lincoln was a key figure in advancing Black Americans' rights (like Emancipation Proclamation), and MLK Jr. wouldn't blame him for not enforcing equal rights in a time - inappropriate way. So B is wrong.
• Option C: Lincoln was a pioneer in justice for Black Americans (emancipating slaves). MLK Jr., fighting for civil rights, would praise Lincoln for this pioneering justice. This is consistent with historical context.
• Option D: While Lincoln served in the Civil War, MLK Jr.'s focus was on civil rights and Lincoln's role in justice for Black Americans, not just his Civil War service. So D is less relevant.

Answer:

C. He praises Lincoln in pioneering justice for black Americans.