📖 Reading Passage

Success Criteria: I can read and understand information about the Montgomery Bus Boycott.

On December 1, 1955, Rosa Parks, an African American seamstress, refused to give up her bus seat to a white passenger in Montgomery, Alabama. This brave act led to her arrest and sparked one of the most important protests in American history.

The Montgomery Bus Boycott began four days later on December 5, 1955. African Americans in Montgomery refused to ride the city buses to protest unfair segregation laws. Instead, they walked, carpooled, or found other ways to get to work and school. The boycott lasted 381 days - over one year!

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a young minister, became the leader of the boycott. He organized peaceful protests and gave inspiring speeches. The boycott ended on December 20, 1956, when the Supreme Court ruled that segregated buses were unconstitutional. This victory became a major milestone in the Civil Rights Movement.

🤔 Comprehension Questions

Success Criteria: I can answer questions about key facts and explain the importance of historical events.

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💭 Critical Thinking

Success Criteria: I can explain the significance of historical events and connect them to larger movements.

Differentiation Support: If you need help, you may work with a partner to discuss your ideas before writing, or ask your teacher for sentence starters.