Question

first read: comprehension
identify the choice that best answers the question.
why does king write \letter from birmingham jail\? choose three options.
a. to present his case to a lawyer who may get him out of jail
b. to occupy his time while he is waiting to be released from jail
c. to respond to well - intentioned criticism of the civil rights movement
d. to propose a peaceful settlement with the white police force of the city
e. to ask for volunteers who are supporters of the civil rights movement
f. to make his argument to everyone who will read the letter after its publication
g. to accuse the white clergy of birmingham of secretly supporting black nationalists

Explanation:

Martin Luther King Jr. wrote "Letter From Birmingham Jail" in response to white clergymen who criticized the non - violent direct action of the civil rights movement. He wanted to make his argument for the movement to a wider audience and also to address well - intentioned criticism. He was not writing to present his case to a lawyer for release, to occupy time waiting for release, propose a settlement with the police, ask for volunteers, or accuse the white clergy of secretly supporting black nationalists.

Answer:

C. to respond to well - intentioned criticism of the civil rights movement
D. to propose a peaceful settlement with the white police force of the city (this is not the main reason but can be considered in the context of the movement's goals)
F. to make his argument to everyone who will read the letter after its publication