Focus on Genre: History Article
A history article tells about real events that happened in the past. Often, history articles include photos and details from news reports.
Photos and news reports give more information about historical events. Look at each photo caption to see what details it provides.
Linda Brown and her family in the 1950s caption
Many captions tell when the photo was taken.
Chronological, or time order, is important in history articles.
Your Job as a Reader: Reading Strategy: Ask Questions
As you read, ask yourself questions. Pay attention to the photos and captions to help find answers to your questions.
On March 7, 1965, 600 people in Alabama began a march to demand civil rights. When they reached the State Capitol building in Birmingham on March 25, there were 25,000 people marching.