President Biden Recognizes Juneteenth Activist

The transcript highlights the recognition of Opal Lee, a 94-year-old advocate for making Juneteenth a national holiday. President Biden acknowledged her efforts, which began with a 1,400-mile walk in 2016. Lee's advocacy led to the signing of the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act. She emphasizes that Juneteenth should be celebrated beyond one day, advocating for a period from June 19th to July 4th. Lee also supports the Black Lives Matter movement and encourages continued efforts for racial justice.

Who is recognized as the grandmother of the movement to make Juneteenth a federal holiday?

• Sojourner Truth

• Harriet Tubman

• Rosa Parks

• Ms. Opal Lee

What significant action did Ms. Opal Lee take in 2016 to advocate for Juneteenth?

• Walked 1,400 miles from Texas to Washington DC

• Wrote a book about Juneteenth

• Organized a national protest

• Held a press conference in New York

What does Ms. Opal Lee do annually to commemorate the time between the Emancipation Proclamation and the freedom of slaves in Galveston, Texas?

• Walks 2 and 1/2 miles

• Gives a public speech

• Organizes a parade

• Hosts a community event

What did President Biden do to honor Ms. Opal Lee during the signing of the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act?

• Presented her with a certificate

• Gave her a medal

• Named a street after her

• Gave her the pen used to sign the bill

What does Ms. Opal Lee advocate for regarding the celebration of Juneteenth?

• Celebrating it every month

• Celebrating it only on June 19th

• Extending the celebration from June 19th to July 4th

• Making it a global holiday