West Virginia Heroes Quiz for 3rd Grade

What makes someone a local hero?

• They are famous on TV

• They help improve their community and do important things for others

• They have lots of money

• They play sports professionally

Why is Elizabeth Kee important in West Virginia history?

• She was a singer

• She was the first woman elected to Congress from West Virginia

• She played baseball

• She wrote history books

Hazel Dickens used her music to:

• Become rich and famous

• Entertain children

• Help people understand coal miners' challenges

• Win music awards

What did Carter G. Woodson contribute to American culture?

• He created Black History Month

• He played professional baseball

• He was a movie actor

• He wrote children's books

Hal Greer is significant because he:

• Was the first African American basketball player at Marshall University

• Coached professional basketball

• Invented basketball

• Wrote sports history books

What makes local heroes special?

• They are always rich

• They inspire others and make their community better

• They only work in government

• They are always athletes

Minnie Buckingham Harper was notable for:

• Being a movie star

• Playing professional sports

• Being the first African American woman in a state legislature

• Singing bluegrass music

Charlie Manuel is known for:

• Singing country music

• Leading the Philadelphia Phillies to a World Series win

• Writing history books

• Being a politician

Brad Dourif is famous for:

• Playing in professional sports

• Being a government leader

• Acting in movies like "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest"

• Singing bluegrass music

The presentation suggests that heroes:

• Must be famous nationwide

• Can only be politicians

• Show what's possible and inspire others

• Must be wealthy