Juneteenth: Freedom Day
A Grade 4 worksheet exploring the history and significance of Juneteenth, including its origins and celebrations.
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Juneteenth: Freedom Day
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What is Juneteenth?
Juneteenth is a very important day in American history. It celebrates the day when all enslaved African Americans in the United States finally learned they were free. This happened on June 19, 1865, in Galveston, Texas. Even though President Abraham Lincoln had signed the Emancipation Proclamation more than two years earlier, not everyone knew about it right away, especially in places far from the main fighting of the Civil War.
When Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, on June 19, 1865, they announced that all enslaved people were free. This news brought great joy and celebration. Today, Juneteenth is a day to remember this important moment in history, celebrate freedom, and learn more about African American culture and achievements. Many people celebrate with parades, picnics, music, and storytelling.
1. What date is Juneteenth celebrated?
July 4th
January 1st
June 19th
December 25th
2. In what state did the last enslaved people learn they were free?
Virginia
Texas
New York
Florida
1. Juneteenth celebrates the day when all enslaved African Americans learned they were .
2. President Abraham Lincoln signed the Proclamation.
3. Union soldiers arrived in , Texas, to share the news of freedom.
1. The Emancipation Proclamation freed all enslaved people immediately after it was signed.
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False
2. Juneteenth is a day to forget about history and just have fun.
True
False
1. Why is Juneteenth an important day to celebrate?
2. Name two ways people celebrate Juneteenth today.