In 1978 Gilbert Baker designed a flag for the San Francisco Gay Freedom Day Parade. Why did this flag become a symbol for the LGBTQ rights movement?
A Its colors represent the LGBTQ community’s many identities.
B Baker set a world record by creating a one-mile long rainbow flag.
C Baker is a member of the LGBTQ community and an activist.
D The flag’s rainbow pattern makes it easy for everyone to replicate.
The correct answer is A: Its colors represent the LGBTQ community’s many identities.
Explanation: The rainbow flag, designed by Gilbert Baker, symbolizes the diverse identities within the LGBTQ community. Each color in the flag represents different aspects of diversity and inclusivity, making it a powerful symbol for pride and visibility in the movement for LGBTQ rights. The flag’s representation of unity in diversity has helped it become an iconic symbol recognized worldwide.