Question

What was Birmingham's nickname and why?

2. The film states "Under Bull Connor, Birmingham was the closest thing in America to a police state." What is a police state?
3. Why couldn't the parents or adults protest? What would happen to them if they did protest?
4. Why do you think Dr. King said "no" at first, to kids going to jail?

Answer 1

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1. Birmingham was nicknamed "Bombingham" because of the numerous bombings that occurred in the city during the civil rights movement.

2. A police state is a government that exercises strict and oppressive control over its citizens, often using police forces and surveillance to maintain power and suppress any dissent or opposition.

3. The parents or adults in Birmingham couldn't protest because they risked losing their jobs, homes, or even facing violence or arrest. Bull Connor's administration had a history of brutal crackdowns on civil rights activists and protesters.

4. Dr. King initially said "no" to kids going to jail because he wanted to protect them from the harsh realities of incarceration and the potential dangers they could face. He eventually changed his mind and supported the children's involvement in the protests as a powerful and nonviolent way to challenge segregation and oppression.