Read this excerpt from dr. Martin Luther kings "letter from Birmingham jail"

In own nation, the Boston tea party represented a massive act of civil disobedience.

Why does king use this allusion?

To establish historical precedent for his actions.

To commemorate a beloved American leader.

To appeal to his critics' sense of moral justice.

To forge a connection with modern political figures.

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Jordyn Ewing

29 January, 09:22

Read this excerpt from dr. Martin Luther kings "letter from Birmingham jail"

In own nation, the Boston tea party represented a massive act of civil disobedience.

Why does king use this allusion?

To establish historical precedent for his actions.

To commemorate a beloved American leader.

To appeal to his critics' sense of moral justice.

To forge a connection with modern political figures.

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Noemi Stanley · Answer 1

The correct answer is A.

Explanation:

"Letter from Birmingham Jail," was written during King's imprissonment after having participated in a protest againts the treatment of blacks in Birmingham, Alabama.

In this letter, King defends his right to protest against injustice, and provides the example of the Boston Tea Party to support his action of civil disobedience.

Kierra Ashley · Answer 2

I believe it is an appeal to his critics sense of moral justice. The colonists were rebelling against over taxation without representation which is mild compared to being mistreated like blacks were in the South.