Famous Women in History Quiz

Marie Curie was most famous for her work in:

• Physics

• Chemistry

• Biology

• Geology

Amelia Earhart became widely known for being a:

• Pioneering social activist

• Groundbreaking aviator

• Renowned medical professional

• Influential political leader

Margaret Thatcher's strong leadership style earned her the nickname:

• "The Iron Lady"

• "The Peacemaker"

• "The Reformer"

• "The Environmentalist"

Rosa Parks' refusal to give up her seat on the bus was a pivotal moment in the:

• American Civil Rights Movement

• Women's suffrage movement

• Anti-Vietnam war movement

• Environmental protection movement

Ada Lovelace is considered the world's first:

• Computer programmer

• Astronaut

• Medical doctor

• Prime Minister

Grace Hopper is credited with developing the world's first:

• Personal computer

• Compiler for a computer language

• Modern airplane

• Antibiotic medication

Harriet Tubman's courageous actions as a conductor on the Underground Railroad helped numerous enslaved people reach freedom.

• True

• False

Ellen Ochoa achieved the distinction of being the first Hispanic woman to:

• Win a Nobel Peace Prize

• Be elected President

• Fly in space

• Lead a Fortune 500 company

Kathrine Johnson's mathematical expertise played a critical role in the success of:

• The invention of the telephone

• The development of the atomic bomb

• NASA's early space missions

• The discovery of penicillin

Frida Kahlo's self-portraits are known for their exploration of:

• Abstract expressionism

• Pop Art themes

• Photorealistic details

• Personal experiences and struggles