Malala United Nations Speech

What is most closely a central idea of the text?

• Malala has never had the opportunity to take high school courses.

• Nations around the world are not doing enough to help and protect education in poorer countries.

• Malala thinks that she is not worthy of the Nobel Peace Prize and it should be given to someone who is standing up against violent conflicts.

• If striking down terrorists was a higher priority, children would have better educational opportunities.

Which of the following best explains the significance of Malala’s lines about a friend who dreamed of being a doctor (paragraph 44)?

• Her friend was killed by the Taliban.

• Malala is not in favor of women choosing having a family over their careers.

• Girls face unique obstacles in obtaining their education.

• Malala is using her friend’s story as an inspirational tale.

What is most closely the meaning of “let’s begin this ending” (paragraph 68)?

• Malala would like to see education available for children worldwide.

• Malala is using her acceptance speech to announce her retirement from social justice.

• Malala wants to see the Taliban eliminated once and for all.

• Malala is pushing for governments to outlaw forcing children into marriage.

What does Malala call world leaders to do at the end of her speech?

• She calls them to donate money to help

• She calls them to advertise for more schooling options

• She calls them to help address the obstacles keeping children from education

• She calls them to have lunch and talk more about the issue

How does Malala Yousafzai use pathos in her speech to persuade her audience at the United Nations?

• By presenting statistical data on education

• By recounting her personal experiences and struggles

• By using technical language to discuss educational policies

• By citing famous philosophers on the topic of education

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What is a common theme in Malala Yousafzai's speeches to international audiences?

• The importance of economic development

• The need for global disarmament

• The right to education for all children

• The benefits of global trade

Identify the type of appeal Malala uses when she mentions, "I am not a lone voice, I am many."

• Ethos

• Logos

• Pathos

• Kairos

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What is a key message Malala Yousafzai has shared in her speeches and writings?

• The importance of financial wealth

• The need for global peace

• The value of education for all, especially girls

• The benefits of technology in education

What effect does Malala aim to achieve by using the phrase "We realize the importance of our voices only when we are silenced"?

• To encourage passive acceptance

• To motivate action and speaking out

• To express gratitude to her supporters

• To provide a factual statement about human psychology

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What specific aspect of education does Malala Yousafzai primarily advocate for?

• Science and technology

• Arts and music

• Girls' education

• Physical education