Martin Luther King, Jr. - Biography, Speech Analysis, and Writing Activity
The Classroom Globetrotter
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Grade Levels
5th - 12th, Homeschool
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Pages
8 pages
The Classroom Globetrotter
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Description
In this activity, students learn about the life and achievements of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., examine first-hand excerpts from his speeches and writings, and reflect upon the work he did through an essay activity! This activity is perfect for studying more about the MLK Holiday, Black History Month, or a unit on the Civil Rights Movement!
Activity includes:
- General biography and timeline of MLK's life
- Excerpt from "I Have a Dream" with questions
- Excerpt from "Letter from Birmingham Jail" with questions
- Excerpt from "Our God is Marching On" with questions
- Excerpt from "I've Been to the Mountaintop" with questions
- Optional Reflection Essay / Extenstion
- Answer Key for DBQs
Total Pages
8 pages
Answer Key
Included
Teaching Duration
N/A
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