-What does this photograph of a sit-in at a Woolworth's lunch counter in Mississippi demonstrate about the power of nonviolent protest?
A) It encouraged outsiders to sit down and join in the protest.
B) It inspired the protesters' opponents to turn away from violence.
C) It protected the protesters from assailants.
D) It made the protesters' antagonists look unsympathetic to outsiders.

Question

-What does this photograph of a sit-in at a Woolworth's lunch counter in Mississippi demonstrate about the power of nonviolent protest?
A) It encouraged outsiders to sit down and join in the protest. 
B) It inspired the protesters' opponents to turn away from violence. 
C) It protected the protesters from assailants. 
D) It made the protesters' antagonists look unsympathetic to outsiders.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The photograph of a sit-in at a Woolworth's lunch counter in Mississippi, by showcasing the calm and nonviolent demeanor of the protesters in contrast to the potentially aggressive or violent behavior of their antagonists, made those opposing the protesters appear unsympathetic to external observers. This visual contrast highlighted the injustice and often swayed public opinion in favor of the civil rights movement.

-What Does This Photograph of a Sit-In at a Woolworth's