Exploring the Life and Legacy of Rigoberta Menchú

Exploring the Life and Legacy of Rigoberta Menchú

Assessment

Interactive Video

World Languages

6th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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The video explores the life of Rigoberta Menchú, a Guatemalan activist who has dedicated her life to fighting for the rights of indigenous people. Born in 1959, she became involved in activism as a teenager. After her family faced tragedy, she was driven to continue her work, eventually writing a book about her experiences. Forced to flee to Mexico, she continued her advocacy, which led to her receiving the Nobel Peace Prize in 1992. Today, she remains a global advocate for indigenous rights.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What country is Rigoberta Menchu from?

Peru

Bolivia

Mexico

Guatemala

2.

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At what age did Rigoberta Menchu start her activism?

As a teenager

In her thirties

As a child

In her twenties

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main focus of Rigoberta Menchu's activism?

Environmental protection

Educational reform

Women's rights

Indigenous rights

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Rigoberta Menchu do to bring global attention to her cause?

Created a documentary

Started a school

Ran for political office

Wrote a book

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did Rigoberta Menchu live in exile?

Spain

Canada

Mexico

The United States

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Rigoberta Menchu do after receiving the Nobel Peace Prize?

Continued her advocacy

Retired from activism

Moved back to Guatemala

Started a new career

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main theme of Rigoberta Menchu's speeches around the world?

Gender equality

Indigenous rights

Climate change

Economic development