Inspirational Women in History Quiz

What act of defiance made Rosa Parks famous?

• Running for political office

• Refusing to give up her seat on a bus to a white person

• Writing a bestselling novel

• Winning a Nobel Peace Prize

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What is Greta Thunberg known for?

• Discovering a new planet

• Winning an Olympic gold medal

• Advocacy for climate change action

• Inventing a new technology

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Amanda Gorman gained international recognition for her work in what field?

• Mathematics

• Poetry

• Architecture

• Computer Science

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Amelia Earhart is famous for her achievements in what area?

• Literature

• Aviation

• Medicine

• Law

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Maya Angelou is best known as a:

• Chef

• Poet and author

• Astronaut

• Politician

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Angela Davis is recognized for her work as a:

• Fashion designer

• Political activist

• Biologist

• Film director

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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) is known for her career in:

• Music

• Sports

• Politics

• Architecture

Frida Kahlo made her mark in the world as a:

• Dancer

• Painter

• Scientist

• Engineer

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Kamala Harris made history by being the first woman to hold the office of:

• Secretary of State

• Speaker of the House

• Vice President of the United States

• Chief Justice of the Supreme Court

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Which of the following women is known for her groundbreaking solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean?

• Rosa Parks

• Greta Thunberg

• Amanda Gorman

• Amelia Earhart

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