Women's History Quizizz

What month is celebrated as Women's History Month in the United States?

• February

• April

• March

• May

Who was the first English child believed to be born on the North American continent?

• Mary Chilton

• Eleanor Dare

• Harriet Tubman

• Abigail Adams

What system of society or government excludes women from power?

• Matriarchy

• Oligarchy

• Patriarchy

• Democracy

In colonial America, what were women not allowed to do?

• Own property

• Sew

• Cook

• Sing

Who initiated the idea of Women's History Week in 1978?

• A group of historians

• A group of educators

• A group of politicians

• A group of students

Which president proclaimed the week of March 8th as National Women's History Week?

• Ronald Reagan

• Jimmy Carter

• George Bush

• Bill Clinton

How did Women's History Month initially begin?

• As a week-long celebration

• As a national holiday

• As a month-long festival

• As a day of remembrance

What year did Congress authorize the president to proclaim March as Women's History Month?

• 1980

• 1978

• 1987

• 1990

What organization selects a yearly theme for Women's History Month?

• National Women's History Museum

• National Women's History Alliance

• American Historical Association

• National Organization for Women

What was the original purpose of celebrating Women's History Month?

• To promote women in political positions

• To celebrate women's achievements in science

• To recognize women's right to vote

• To highlight women's contributions throughout history