Understanding the Civil Rights Movement in the USA (1920-1973)
History
GCSE
13 questions
~26 mins
1 views0 downloads
About This Worksheet
A comprehensive worksheet exploring the Civil Rights Movement in the USA, focusing on key events, sources, and causes, designed for GCSE students.
Worksheet Preview
Full preview • 13 questions
Understanding the Civil Rights Movement in the USA (1920-1973)
Subject: HistoryGrade: GCSE
Name:
Date:
TeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizz
Untitled Worksheet
Grade GCSE
A
Historical Context
Read the background information carefully and consider the significance of the Civil Rights Movement in American history.
B
Section A: Knowledge Recall
Answer the following questions to test your knowledge of key facts and events related to the Civil Rights Movement.
1.
When did the Montgomery Bus Boycott take place?
[1 mark]A1955-1956
B1960-1961
C1963-1964
D1965-1966
2.
Who was Martin Luther King Jr.?
[1 mark]3.
Which law ended segregation in public places in the USA?
[1 mark]ACivil Rights Act 1964
BVoting Rights Act 1965
CBrown v. Board of Education
DFair Housing Act
4.
Describe the significance of the March on Washington.
[2 marks]5.
Name one key figure involved in the Civil Rights Movement and their contribution.
[1 mark]C
Section B: Source Analysis
Read each source carefully and answer the questions about its purpose, audience, and reliability.
1.
Source: 'Segregation is a moral issue that must be challenged.' - A speech by Martin Luther King Jr.
What was the purpose of this source?
[2 marks]2.
Who was the intended audience for this speech?
[1 mark]3.
Assess the reliability of this source as a primary document.
[3 marks]D
Section C: Explanation
Write detailed explanations for the following questions, using historical terminology where appropriate.
1.
Explain why the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was a significant turning point.
[3 marks]2.
Describe how non-violent protest contributed to the success of the Civil Rights Movement.
[3 marks]3.
Explain the importance of key events like the Birmingham Campaign or Selma March in advancing civil rights.
[3 marks]E
Section D: Extended Writing
Write a detailed response to the following question, supporting your ideas with evidence.
1.
To what extent was non-violent protest the most effective strategy used by the Civil Rights Movement?
[10 marks]2.
How far do you agree that legislative change was the most important achievement of the Civil Rights Movement?
[12 marks]Unlock Answer Keys & Remix
Worksheets are FREE to download with a free account! Upgrade to PRO for these premium features:
Answer keys for all 1,899+ worksheets
Remix tool — customize any worksheet with AI
AI Generator — create unlimited custom worksheets
Cancel anytime • No commitment • Start today
Quick Actions
What is Remix?
Create a new worksheet based on this one. Change the grade level, topic, number of questions, or difficulty - then generate a fresh version.
- • Change grade level (Grade 6 → Grade 7)
- • Swap topics (Harry Potter → Macbeth)
- • Add more questions (10 → 15)
- • Adjust difficulty
Details
- Created
- 12/31/2025
- Updated
- 12/31/2025
- Type
- worksheet