Scribd
Upload
28 views2 pages

Martin Luther King Jr. Comprehension

The document provides an overview of Martin Luther King Jr.'s life, highlighting his early education, leadership in the Civil Rights Movement, and commitment to nonviolent protest. Key events include the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the March on Washington, which contributed to the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and earned him the Nobel Peace Prize. King's legacy is commemorated annually on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, reflecting his enduring impact on American society.

Uploaded by

Mela Theo
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
28 views2 pages

Martin Luther King Jr. Comprehension

The document provides an overview of Martin Luther King Jr.'s life, highlighting his early education, leadership in the Civil Rights Movement, and commitment to nonviolent protest. Key events include the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the March on Washington, which contributed to the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and earned him the Nobel Peace Prize. King's legacy is commemorated annually on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, reflecting his enduring impact on American society.

Uploaded by

Mela Theo
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 2

Public Figure

Resource Disclaimer
We hope you find the information and resources on our website useful. Please be aware that aspects of an individual's
life may be controversial or upsetting to some. Due to this, we highly recommend that you carefully research the
individual before teaching about them to learners. If your learners do independent research about an individual, we
advise using only pre-selected, learner-appropriate sources of information and websites appropriate to their age.

visit twinkl.com
Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr. was born in Atlanta, Georgia, on January 15,
1929. He grew up in a middle-class family. His father, who was a pastor,
was very influential in his life. After graduating high school at age 15, he
studied at Morehouse College. He later attended seminary school and Boston
University, where he earned a PhD. His extensive education and experience growing up in
the segregated South shaped his beliefs about justice and equality.

In the 1950s, King became a leader in the Civil Rights Movement and was committed
to a nonviolent fight against racial inequality. One of his first major actions was the
Montgomery Bus Boycott in 1955. This protest successfully ended bus segregation in the
South. Throughout the movement, he led several acts of nonviolent protest, including
marches and sit-ins. King’s most famous moment was the March on Washington on August
28, 1963, where he delivered his well-known “I Have a Dream” speech. This momentum led
to the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. In 1964, King received the Nobel Peace Prize
for his nonviolent efforts to end racial inequality.

Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated on April 4, 1968. Although his life was cut
short, his legacy continues to influence American history and society. Every year, Martin
Luther King Jr. Day commemorates his dedication to the Civil Rights Movement. On the
third Monday of January, the world remembers his dream and the lasting effects of his
commitment to fighting inequality.

1. Which nonviolent protest strategy did Martin Luther King Jr. utilize in the fight against racial
injustice?
˕ armed resistance
˕ boycotts and sit-ins
˕ legal battles with lawmakers
˕ political blackmail
2. Which of the following is evidence of Martin Luther King Jr.’s impact on society?
˕ He was influential in the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
˕ He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.
˕ Martin Luther King Jr. Day is celebrated every January.
˕ All of the above
3. How did personal experience shape Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision for equality?



visit twinkl.com

You might also like

pFad - Phonifier reborn

Pfad - The Proxy pFad of © 2024 Garber Painting. All rights reserved.

Note: This service is not intended for secure transactions such as banking, social media, email, or purchasing. Use at your own risk. We assume no liability whatsoever for broken pages.


Alternative Proxies:

Alternative Proxy

pFad Proxy

pFad v3 Proxy

pFad v4 Proxy