Struggle for Civil Rights Writing Exercises PDF Worksheet

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1. Who was Malcolm X, and what was his contribution to the civil rights movement? Malcolm X was a prominent African American civil rights leader known for his advocacy for black empowerment and his critique of racial injustice. As a spokesperson for the Nation of Islam, he emphasized black self-reliance and the need for a separate black community. After leaving the Nation of Islam, his views evolved, advocating for racial unity and human rights. Malcolm X's powerful oratory and radical approach challenged the status quo and inspired many to fight for equality and justice, leaving a lasting impact on the civil rights movement and African American identity. 2. Compare and contrast the civil rights movement between 1955 and 1965, and 1965 and 1975. The first decade focused on legal equality, utilizing nonviolent protests and litigation to dismantle Jim Crow, culminating in landmark federal legislation. The second era shifted focus to de facto inequality in the North, emphasizing Black empowerment and economic justice, often marked by urban unrest and more militant ideologies. 3. How did the successes of the civil rights movement lead to demands for equality from women, Native Americans, Latinos, and others? The civil rights movement's success created a powerful template for social change. By establishing a moral and legal framework to challenge discrimination, it inspired other marginalized groups to organize, articulate grievances, and demand equal rights and opportunities under the law. Click here to print (PDF file). Answers will vary.

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