T. Morgan Dixon and Vanessa Garrison: The most powerful woman you've never heard of

T. Morgan Dixon and Vanessa Garrison: The most powerful woman you've never heard of

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Health Sciences, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video highlights the legacy of Septima Clark, a pivotal figure in the civil rights movement, and her influence on GirlTrek, a health organization for Black women. GirlTrek's mission is to encourage Black women to walk daily, fostering health and community activism. The organization plans to expand its impact by training 10,000 health activists and launching the Summer of Selma, an annual event. The urgency of their mission is underscored by the health crisis facing Black women, exacerbated by systemic inequalities. A symbolic walk on the Underground Railroad illustrates the enduring spirit of activism and hope.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who did Dr. King refer to as the 'architect of the civil rights movement'?

Fannie Lou Hamer

Diane Nash

Septima Clark

Rosa Parks

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary goal of the Citizenship Schools created by Septima Clark?

To organize community events

To teach literacy and promote voting rights

To educate women on civil rights laws

To teach women how to protest

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which civil rights activist is known for orchestrating the walk from Selma to Montgomery?

Fannie Lou Hamer

Rosa Parks

Diane Nash

Septima Clark

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main mission of GirlTrek?

To organize protests for civil rights

To provide educational scholarships

To encourage Black women to walk for health and justice

To promote literacy among Black women

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the 'Summer of Selma' initiative?

A new civil rights march

An annual health and training event

A fundraising campaign

A documentary film project

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many frontline health activists does GirlTrek plan to train?

20,000

5,000

1,000

10,000

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the significance of the 100-mile walk on the Underground Railroad by GirlTrek?

It was a training exercise for new activists

It was a protest against modern injustices

It was a symbolic journey to reflect on American history

It was a fundraising event

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