Juneteenth Glossary

The Juneteenth Glossary Reading Worksheet introduces key terms related to Juneteenth, a holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. It covers words like Juneteenth, the celebration of June 19, 1865, when enslaved people in Texas were informed of their freedom, and terms like emancipation, the process of being freed from slavery. The worksheet also explains terms like freedom, civil rights, and behaviors like parades, festivals, and community gatherings. This worksheet helps expand vocabulary and comprehension while teaching about the historical and cultural significance of Juneteenth.