Q 2 Essay Questions

Martin Luther King Jr.    Part 1:  He asked the American people to use "soul force" in
                                                     fighting their battles.  What did he mean by "soul force"
                                                     and what other individuals or groups in history have used
                                                     "soul force" and what were the consequences.

 Part II,   Is "soul force" always the right way to handle injustice or are there times to be physically protective or violent?  Defend your answers by using historical examples.


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Gandhi, -- Part 1:  When is it okay to break the law?
                  Part 2:   Should the law breaker submit to the consequences if he breaks them?  Use this book and other historical examples to explain yourself.

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Abraham Lincoln     Part 1:  Some men and women are called on to lead their countries into violence.  What was Abraham Lincoln's view of that violence and of is role in permitting the violence as a means to peace and justice?"  Use quotes from his document and book to show your point.
                                  Part 2:  Compare and contrast others in history who have lead their country into                                               violence.  (What were their motives?  Means?  Consequences?)

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Martin Luther's      Part 1:  Explain why Martin Luther was excommunicated from the Catholic                                                      Church in the 1500's.
                               Part 2:  What were some of the consequences of his actions?
                                           Include if you think your freedoms have been affected because of his life?
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