Educational worksheet about Martin Luther King Jr., highlighting his role in the civil rights movement and his famous "I Have a Dream" speech.

- Martin Luther King Jr. was an American Baptist minister and activist who became the most visible spokesperson and leader in the civil rights movement from 1954 until his assassination in 1968.
- He was born on January 15, 1929, in Atlanta, Georgia, and grew up during a time of widespread segregation and racial discrimination in the United States.
- Despite these challenges, King became a charismatic and passionate speaker who advocated for equal rights and nonviolence.
- His most famous speech, “I Have a Dream,” was delivered on August 28, 1963, during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, where he envisioned a world of racial harmony and equality.
- King’s leadership and commitment to nonviolence inspired generations of activists, and his message continues to influence people worldwide.
- He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964 and is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in American history.