Civil Rights Movements

Worksheet Description

The worksheet is a learning tool that prompts students to write about various civil rights movements. It lists several influential groups, including the Black Panthers, the Black Power movement, the American Indian Movement (AIM), the Women’s Liberation Movement, the Chicano Movement, and the broader Civil Rights Movement. The task is to briefly describe the mission of each movement, providing space for students to articulate the main goals and objectives of these historical groups.

This worksheet is teaching students about the diversity and range of the civil rights movements that have taken place in the United States. It encourages them to explore and understand the distinct but interconnected struggles for justice and equality among different communities. The activity aims to foster a comprehensive understanding of how each group aimed to address specific forms of discrimination and inequality. By engaging with this task, students enhance their knowledge of social history and the ongoing efforts to achieve civil rights for all.