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Why did people show up to hear Dr. King speak?Because they wanted to hear Dr. King’s comprehensive 12-point planBecause they were invited to the eventBecause they were forced to attend the eventBecause they believed in Dr. King’s ability to bring change to AmericaI don't know

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Why did people show up to hear Dr. King speak?Because they wanted to hear Dr. King’s comprehensive 12-point planBecause they were invited to the eventBecause they were forced to attend the eventBecause they believed in Dr. King’s ability to bring change to AmericaI don't know

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People showed up to hear Dr. King speak primarily because they believed in his ability to bring change to America. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a prominent leader in the Civil Rights Movement and his speeches were known for their powerful messages of peace, equality, and justice. His vision and his ability to articulate it inspired many to join the movement for civil rights.

While some people may have attended his speeches because they were invited or because they wanted to hear his comprehensive 12-point plan, it is unlikely that anyone was forced to attend. Dr. King's approach was based on nonviolent resistance and voluntary participation.

However, without specific historical context or more information about a particular speech or event, it's hard to say definitively why every individual chose to attend. People's motivations can be complex and varied.

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