Fun Facts About Oprah Winfrey

Fun Facts About Oprah Winfrey

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History, Business, Architecture

10th Grade - University

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The video provides an overview of Oprah Winfrey's life, highlighting her achievements as the first black woman billionaire and her nomination for an Academy Award. It delves into her challenging childhood in Mississippi, where she faced poverty and abuse. Despite these hardships, Oprah's grandmother played a pivotal role in her success. Oprah's education at Tennessee State University and her early career in media are discussed, leading to her rise to fame with the transformation of a low-rated talk show in Chicago. The video concludes with lesser-known facts about Oprah's journey.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant milestone did Oprah Winfrey achieve in terms of wealth?

First female billionaire in the world

First black woman billionaire

Richest woman in the world

First African American president

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the challenges Oprah faced during her childhood?

She was unable to attend school

She was mocked for her clothing

She had no friends

She was not allowed to play outside

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Oprah Winfrey's early life experiences influence her later actions?

She became a fashion designer

She became a professional athlete

She moved to another country

She opened up about her experiences in a public interview

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Oprah's major in university?

Psychology

Business Administration

Communication

Journalism

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What notable achievement did Oprah accomplish in the media industry?

She became the first female CEO of a major network

She transformed a low-rated talk show into a top-rated one

She won a Pulitzer Prize

She directed a blockbuster movie