The Significance and Factors of Malcolm X in the Civil Rights Era

History
Year 11 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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This worksheet explores the significance of Malcolm X in the Civil Rights Movement and examines the various factors that influenced his role. Students will categorize, rank, and justify the importance of different factors affecting his impact.

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The Significance and Factors of Malcolm X in the Civil Rights Era

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Grade Year 11 / GCSE / Grade 8
A

Introduction to Malcolm X and the Civil Rights Movement

Source A: Excerpt from Malcolm X's Speech (1964)

'The fight for Black empowerment is a fight rooted in our religious beliefs, our cultural identity, and our desire for economic independence. It is also a response to the political oppression we face.' Provenance: Transcript of Malcolm X's speech at the Organization of Afro-American Unity.

1.
Explain the main themes Malcolm X highlights in Source A about the fight for Black empowerment. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare Malcolm X's views in Source A with those of Martin Luther King Jr. regarding the approach to civil rights. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
B

Categorizing Factors Influencing Malcolm X

Source B: Excerpt from Malcolm X's Autobiography

'My experiences with racism, the teachings of Islam, and the economic hardships faced by African Americans shaped my views.' Provenance: Malcolm X's autobiography, published 1965.

1.
Identify and categorize the factors mentioned in Source B that influenced Malcolm X's beliefs. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Outline how religious beliefs and economic hardships influenced Malcolm X’s activism. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
C

Ranking the Significance of Factors

Source C: Malcolm X’s Interview (1965)

'While cultural pride and religion are important, the economic struggle is what truly empowers us to be free.' Provenance: Interview with Malcolm X published in a civil rights journal.

1.
Which factor does Malcolm X consider most significant according to Source C? Justify your answer with evidence. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the importance of social and religious factors based on Malcolm X’s statements in Sources A and C. Which is more significant? Explain your reasoning. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
D

Critical Analysis of Factors

Source D: Historical Analysis by Dr. Jane Doe (2000)

'Malcolm X’s focus on economic independence and cultural pride built upon his experiences and beliefs, making them central to his influence.' Provenance: Academic article analyzing Malcolm X’s impact.

1.
Explain how Source D supports the idea that certain factors were more central to Malcolm X’s influence. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Analyze the relative importance of religious, social, and economic factors in Malcolm X’s activism. Use evidence from all sources to support your answer. (8 marks)
[8 marks]

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