Essay Planning: Malcolm X and the Civil Rights Era

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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This worksheet guides students through planning an essay on Malcolm X's role during the Civil Rights Era, encouraging structured thinking and understanding of key historical points.

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Essay Planning: Malcolm X and the Civil Rights Era

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Essay Planning: Malcolm X and the Civil Rights Era

Essay Title/Question: To what extent did Malcolm X influence the Civil Rights Movement?

Introduction Thesis:

Outline the main argument of the essay, introducing Malcolm X's significance in the movement.

Point 1 with Evidence:

Explain how Malcolm X promoted Black pride and self-defence. *Source: Malcolm X's speeches, such as

1.
Compare Malcolm X's approach to civil rights with Martin Luther King Jr.'s approach. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Outline the significance of Malcolm X's speeches in shaping Black identity. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Explain criticisms of Malcolm X's methods and rhetoric. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
4.
Analyse how Malcolm X's views changed after his pilgrimage to Mecca. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
5.
Compare the influence of Malcolm X with that of Martin Luther King Jr. in shaping civil rights. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
6.
Outline the impact of Malcolm X's assassination on the civil rights movement. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
7.
Write a brief conclusion summarising Malcolm X's overall influence on the Civil Rights Movement. (4 marks)
[4 marks]

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1/1/2026
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