How did the March on Washington affect the civil rights movement?

Question

A.
Despite the overwhelming crowds, many leaders of the movement considered the march a failure as the event received little national media attention.

B.
Because the march failed to desegregate the nation's capital, civil rights leaders began to encourage the use of less peaceful means of protest.

C.
Due to the violence that erupted at the event and the large number of arrests, public support for the movement and its goals declined considerably.

D.
With its dramatic turnout and powerful speeches, the march helped to increase pressure on political leaders to support federal civil rights legislation.

Answer 1

D. With its dramatic turnout and powerful speeches, the march helped to increase pressure on political leaders to support federal civil rights legislation.

The March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom in 1963 was a pivotal moment in the civil rights movement, showcasing the demand for civil and economic rights for African Americans. The event, which included Martin Luther King Jr.'s iconic "I Have a Dream" speech, significantly raised awareness and support for civil rights issues, ultimately influencing legislation such as the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.