Question

how does dr. king’s response to the white moderate’s position help to strengthen his argument for direct action? he defends the concept of nonviolent resistance. he emphasizes that waiting for the
ight time\ delays justice. he compares the white moderate to oppressive groups like the ku klux klan. he argues that the white moderate is unwilling to fight for justice.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option in the context of Dr. King's argument for direct action against the white moderate's position (often advocating for waiting for a more "convenient" time for change).

• The first option about defending nonviolent resistance is not directly related to countering the white moderate's call for waiting.
• The third option is incorrect because Dr. King does not equate white moderates with overtly oppressive groups like the KKK; he critiques their passive stance, not their level of oppression.
• The fourth option misrepresents his argument: he argues that white moderates' desire for order over justice delays progress, not that they are unwilling to fight (they often support justice in theory but oppose direct action).
• The second option aligns with his critique: he emphasizes that waiting for the "right time" (as white moderates suggest) only delays justice, thus strengthening his case for immediate direct action to achieve civil rights.

Answer:

B. He emphasizes that waiting for the "right time" delays justice.