Comparing MLK and Malcolm X

In this comparative worksheet, students examine the philosophies of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X. Using biographical summaries, learners complete a chart comparing beliefs, methods, and legacies of the two leaders. The exercise fosters analytical thinking and helps students understand differing approaches to achieving racial equality.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Social Studies – U.S. History: Civil Rights Leaders

English Language Arts – Compare and Contrast Writing

Social Studies – Philosophical Approaches to Social Change

English Language Arts – Analytical Reading and Organization

This worksheet is part of our Civil Rights Movement collection.