Barbara Jordan: Speeches

In which year did Barbara Jordan deliver her famous speech at the Democratic National Convention?

• 1968

• 1976

• 1992

• 1980

What was the title of Barbara Jordan's keynote address at the 1976 Democratic National Convention?

• The Role of Women in Politics

• The Importance of Voting

• The Future of the Democratic Party

• Who, Then, Will Speak for the Common Good?

Barbara Jordan was the first African American woman to deliver a keynote address at a Democratic National Convention. True or False?

• True

• Barbara Jordan was the first African American woman to run for president

• Barbara Jordan was a Republican

• False

Which famous speech did Barbara Jordan deliver during the impeachment hearings of President Richard Nixon?

• The Gettysburg Address

• I Have a Dream

• The Declaration of Independence

• Statement on the Articles of Impeachment

Barbara Jordan was a member of which political party?

• Republican Party

• Independent Party

• Green Party

• Democratic Party

What was the main theme of Barbara Jordan's speeches?

• economic policy and taxation

• foreign policy and international relations

• environmental conservation and sustainability

• civil rights and social justice

Barbara Jordan served as a U.S. Representative for which state?

• California

• New York

• Florida

• Texas

Which prestigious award did Barbara Jordan receive in 1994 for her contributions to American society?

• Pulitzer Prize

• Academy Award

• Presidential Medal of Freedom

• Nobel Peace Prize

Barbara Jordan was the first African American woman to be buried in which national cemetery?

• Texas State Cemetery

• Mount Auburn Cemetery

• Arlington National Cemetery

• Forest Lawn Memorial Park

What University has a statue of Barbara Jordan on it's campus?

• University of Texas

• Rice University

• Texas A &M University

• Harvard University