Martin Luther King Jr. Day Worksheet
This worksheet explores the life, legacy, and significance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day for 8th-grade social studies students.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your knowledge. This worksheet will test your understanding of Martin Luther King Jr.'s contributions to the Civil Rights Movement and the significance of the holiday commemorating his legacy.
1. What was the primary goal of the Civil Rights Movement led by Martin Luther King Jr.?
To establish a new political party
To achieve racial equality and end discrimination
To promote economic growth in Southern states
To expand voting rights for all citizens regardless of age
2. Which famous speech did Martin Luther King Jr. deliver during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom?
Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death
I Have a Dream
The Gettysburg Address
Four Freedoms
3. Martin Luther King Jr. advocated for nonviolent civil as a strategy to achieve social justice.
4. The Civil Rights Act of 1964 outlawed discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national .
5. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed on January 15th every year, regardless of the day of the week.
True
False
6. The Montgomery Bus Boycott was a protest against segregated public transportation.
True
False
7. Describe one major impact of Martin Luther King Jr.'s leadership on American society.
8. Why is it important to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day each year?
Use the words below to complete the sentences.
9. The practice of uniting people of different races and backgrounds is called .
10. Martin Luther King Jr. strongly believed in achieving change through .