Texas holds a special parade to celebrate Juneteenth. What does the white star on the Juneteenth flag symbolize?

B) Freedom and new hope for African Americans

Why are Juneteenth celebrations important to many Americans?

They recognize the hardships of gaining freedom and the importance of remembering Black history in the United States.

They are only celebrated in Texas.

They are about celebrating American independence from Britain.

What is the definition of the word 'celebrate'?

to make special or honor with gifts, parties, or activities.

to ignore something completely.

to hide something from everyone.

What is the definition of the word 'emancipation'?

the act of freeing from some constraint or confinement.

the process of learning a new language.

the act of increasing population.

What is the definition of the word 'struggle'?

A struggle is a strong effort or fight to do something that is very hard.

A struggle is a type of dance performed at celebrations.

A struggle is a tool used for measuring distance.

A struggle is a type of food eaten during festivals.

What is the definition of the word 'triumph'?

A triumph is a big win or a big success.

A triumph is a kind of weather.

What does Juneteenth honor?

the day African Americans got the right to own property

the day enslaved people were allowed to become U.S. citizens

the day African Americans could vote in U.S. elections

What conclusion can you draw from this evidence?

Juneteenth continues to be celebrated today because it honors African American history and is a source of hope.

Juneteenth is only celebrated today by the people whose ancestors were enslaved in Texas.

Juneteenth celebrations focus only on the triumphs, or successes, of African Americans in the U.S.

The Juneteenth flag was created by President Abraham Lincoln and delivered by Major General Gordon Granger.

According to the text, how does Juneteenth help address inequality for African Americans in the U.S.?

It celebrates their victories and recognizes their struggles.

It has been turned into a movie that tells the original story.

It is a day where Americans volunteer for civil rights groups.

It is a day for people to get together and make memories.

What is the main idea of this text?

Juneteenth is the day that enslaved people in Texas found out they were free and has grown to be a celebration and recognition of African American culture and history.

On January 1, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln gave a speech called the Emancipation Proclamation, freeing all slaves in the U.S., but this news did not reach Texas until 1865.

In 1872, a group of formerly enslaved people raised money and bought 10 acres of land to build 'Emancipation Park' in Houston, Texas and many Americans celebrate Juneteenth there now.

When Major General Gordon Granger of the Union army delivered the news to Texas that enslaved people in the U.S. were freed, more than 250,000 enslaved people were freed.

As used in this excerpt, what does the word "struggles" most closely mean?

D. efforts to overcome obstacles and challenges

A. treating someone differently based on their race

B. the right to think, speak, and act as you want

C. appreciation for success or achievement

The 250,000 enslaved people who found out they were free on Juneteenth did which of the following?

They celebrated their freedom and began to leave plantations.

They continued working as slaves without change.

They were immediately given land and money by the government.

They were sent to other countries by force.

The white star on the Juneteenth flag symbolizes:

Texas and the freedom of African Americans in all 50 states

A new beginning for the United States

Juneteenth is an important holiday to celebrate because:

it marks the end of slavery in the United States.

it celebrates the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

it honors the first Thanksgiving.

it marks the start of the Civil Rights Movement.

Celebrating Juneteenth

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30 sec • 1 pt

Read the passage 'Celebrating Juneteenth.' What is Juneteenth?

The day the Civil War ended

The day enslaved people in Texas found out they were free

The day President Lincoln was born

The day Texas became a state

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CCSS.RI.8.2

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CCSS.RI.6.2

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Read the passage 'Celebrating Juneteenth.' Who delivered the Emancipation Proclamation speech in 1863?

Major General Gordon Granger

President Abraham Lincoln

Frederick Douglass

President George Washington

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CCSS.RL.7.2

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On June 19, 1865, Major General Gordon Granger of the Union army arrived in ________, Texas, to inform enslaved people they were free.

Galveston

Houston

Dallas

Austin

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Read the passage 'Celebrating Juneteenth.' True or False: The Emancipation Proclamation immediately freed all enslaved people in Texas when it was issued in 1863.

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False

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People celebrated Juneteenth after they were freed by:

holding parades, singing, and gathering for food and prayer

staying indoors and avoiding public gatherings

traveling to other countries to celebrate

ignoring the day and continuing to work as usual

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What major milestone did Juneteenth mark in American history?

It marked a major milestone on the path to ending slavery throughout the U.S.

It marked the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

It marked the end of the Civil War.

It marked the beginning of the Civil Rights Movement.

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30 sec • 1 pt

In 1872, a group of formerly enslaved people raised money to buy 10 acres of land near Houston, Texas. What did they name this land?

Freedom Park

Emancipation Park

Liberty Park

Juneteenth Park

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Celebrating Juneteenth

Read the passage 'Celebrating Juneteenth.' What is Juneteenth?

Read the passage 'Celebrating Juneteenth.' Who delivered the Emancipation Proclamation speech in 1863?

On June 19, 1865, Major General Gordon Granger of the Union army arrived in ________, Texas, to inform enslaved people they were free.

Read the passage 'Celebrating Juneteenth.' True or False: The Emancipation Proclamation immediately freed all enslaved people in Texas when it was issued in 1863.

People celebrated Juneteenth after they were freed by:

What major milestone did Juneteenth mark in American history?

In 1872, a group of formerly enslaved people raised money to buy 10 acres of land near Houston, Texas. What did they name this land?

To this day, many Americans ______ Juneteenth in Emancipation Park to remember their history.

Texas holds a special parade to celebrate Juneteenth. What does the white star on the Juneteenth flag symbolize?

Juneteenth is a day to remember the ______ and struggles of African Americans.

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