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Martin Luther King Holiday - Page 2

13th Amendment
13th Amendment

How did African-Americans arrive in the United States?

Most were captured or purchased in Africa and brought here on ships as slaves.

On December 6, 1865, slavery ended with the passage of the 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.



Black Heritage Stamps
Black Heritage Stamps

How were African-Americans treated after the 13th Amendment was passed?

They suffered from discrimination, lack of educational opportunities, denial of political rights, and poverty.



Rosa Parks Police Report - December 1, 1955
Rosa Parks Police Report - December 1, 1955

When did Dr. King first become famous?

He became famous during the Montgomery Bus Boycott in Montgomery, Alabama.

Rosa Parks, a 42 year old African-American woman, was arrested for refusing to give her seat on a Montgomery bus to a white man.

Dr. King, who was a Baptist minister, was chosen by community leaders to lead a bus boycott to end racial segregation on Montgomery buses.



Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Lesson Activities

Martin Luther King Crossword Puzzle  Answer Key

Martin Luther King Worksheet