Big Events

Worksheet Description

The worksheet is centered on significant events in the civil rights movement in American history. Students are given the titles of three notable events: the Montgomery Bus Boycott, the Little Rock Nine, and the March on Washington. They are instructed to provide a brief description of each event, noting the historical context and the impact these events had on the civil rights movement.

The purpose of this worksheet is to engage students with pivotal moments in the civil rights movement, fostering an understanding of the struggle for racial equality in the United States. By researching and summarizing these events, students are expected to learn about the tactics, challenges, and successes of civil rights activists. The activity also aims to help students connect individual events to the broader narrative of civil rights progress and to appreciate the significance of these events in shaping contemporary society.