Martin Luther King Jr. and the Civil Rights Movement

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Martin Luther King Jr. was a leader who fought for equal rights for everyone. He wanted people to be treated fairly, no matter the color of their skin.

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King is famous for his speeches, especially one called 'I Have a Dream' where he shared his hopes for a better world.

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1Martin Luther King Jr. was born on January 15, 1929.
2He led peaceful protests for civil rights.
3King received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964.

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What is the name of Martin Luther King Jr.'s famous speech?

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