Marching Forward

This passage describes key moments of progress in the Civil Rights Movement. It covers early challenges after slavery, including segregation laws and unfair treatment in schools and public places. It highlights the Brown v. Board of Education case, Rosa Parks’ bus protest, and Martin Luther King Jr.’s speeches and leadership. New laws like the Civil Rights Act and the Voting Rights Act gave African Americans more rights and opportunities. The passage shows how the movement proved that unity and determination could bring justice and change.

Reading this passage builds comprehension by showing how history unfolded step by step. Vocabulary improves with terms like “segregation,” “boycott,” and “justice.” Students strengthen their grammar by analyzing historical events written in chronological order. Critical thinking develops as they consider why protests were effective. These passages also teach students the value of persistence and courage in history.