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Martin Luther King Jr. Day

This worksheet introduces students to the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., focusing on his contributions to the Civil Rights Movement and the significance of the national holiday.

Grade 6 Social studies HistoryU.S. HistoryMartin Luther King Jr. Day
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D2.His.3.6-8D2.Civ.2.6-8

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Martin Luther King Jr.Civil RightsHolidayU.S. HistoryGrade 6
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability.

1. Martin Luther King Jr. was a prominent leader in which movement?

a

Women's Suffrage Movement

b

Environmental Protection Movement

c

Civil Rights Movement

d

Labor Rights Movement

2. Martin Luther King Jr. advocated for change through   civil disobedience.

3. The famous 'I Have a Dream' speech was delivered in   at the March on Washington.

4. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is celebrated in December.

T

True

F

False

5. Explain in your own words why Martin Luther King Jr. Day is an important holiday.

Match the term on the left with its description on the right.

6. Segregation

 

a. Fair treatment and equal rights for all

7. Civil Rights

 

b. Separation of people based on race