Dolores Huerta's Activism and Impact

The video tells the story of Dolores Huerta, a teacher and activist who fought for better conditions for farm workers. She noticed her students were suffering due to their parents' low wages and poor working conditions. Dolores organized strikes and used nonviolent advocacy to demand change. Her efforts led to improved conditions, and she continues to inspire others to fight for justice.

What was Dolores Huerta's profession before she became an activist?

• Teacher

• Doctor

• Engineer

• Lawyer

Why did Dolores's students often come to class without shoes?

• It was a school tradition.

• They preferred to be barefoot.

• They lost them on the way to school.

• Their parents couldn't afford them.

What did Dolores discover about the parents of her students?

• They worked in offices.

• They were teachers too.

• They were unemployed.

• They worked long hours in the fields.

How did Dolores help the farm workers initially?

• By giving them money.

• By organizing them for better conditions.

• By providing them with food.

• By teaching them English.

What was Dolores's approach when the bosses refused her requests?

• She used violence.

• She lowered her demands.

• She organized a strike.

• She gave up.

What did the workers do instead of picking grapes during the strike?

• They stood outside the farms and protested.

• They went on vacation.

• They worked in other fields.

• They stayed at home.

How did Dolores spread awareness about the farm workers' conditions?

• By organizing concerts.

• By creating a documentary.

• By telling stories to various audiences.

• By writing a book.

What method did Dolores encourage the workers to use to gain attention?

• Violence

• Bribery

• Their voices

• Silence

What challenge did Dolores face as a mother during her activism?

• She had to work multiple jobs.

• She had to travel frequently.

• She missed her children.

• She had no support from her family.

What did Dolores predict would happen if the workers were not treated fairly?

• The workers would work harder.

• The bosses would lower wages.

• The grapes would rot on the vines.

• The workers would leave the country.