1. why does dr. king describe the idea that all men are created equal a america’s “creed”?

2. what does dr. king mean by the “american dream” and what things are necessary to finally fulfill that dream?

i got number 2. The phrase "American dream" can be used in a variety of contexts. King is clearly using it to mean racial equality. He is saying that a country and society without discrimination or prejudice would fulfill the American dream.

Explanation:

abraham lincoln  (february 12, 1809  – april 15, 1865) was an american statesman, politician, and lawyer who served as the 16th  president of the united states  from 1861 until  his assassination  in april 1865. lincoln led the nation through the  american civil war, its bloodiest war and its greatest moral, constitutional, and political crisis.[2][3]  he preserved the  union,  abolished slavery, strengthened the  federal government, and modernized  the u.s. economy.