Greta Thunberg Named Time's Person Of The Year For 2019

Greta Thunberg Named Time's Person Of The Year For 2019

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Greta Tun Barry was named Time Magazine's Person of the Year in 2019, becoming the youngest ever to receive the honor. Her activism began in 2018 when she protested climate change outside the Swedish parliament, gaining international attention. Greta's notable speech at the UN Climate Action Summit criticized global leaders for their inaction on climate issues. She also initiated the Fridays for Future movement, inspiring millions to join a global climate strike. Other contenders for the title included Nancy Pelosi, Donald Trump, and Hong Kong protesters.

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Who was named Time's Person of the Year for 2019?

Donald Trump

Greta Thunberg

Hong Kong protesters

Nancy Pelosi

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What significant event marked Greta Thunberg's rise to global prominence?

Winning a Nobel Prize

Protesting outside the Swedish parliament

Publishing a book on climate change

Becoming a UN ambassador

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At which event did Greta Thunberg deliver a powerful speech criticizing world leaders?

UN Climate Action Summit

Paris Climate Agreement

World Economic Forum

G7 Summit

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What movement did Greta Thunberg start to raise awareness about climate change?

Eco Revolution

Fridays for Future

Green Earth Initiative

Climate Warriors

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Which of the following was NOT on Time's shortlist for Person of the Year 2019?

Donald Trump

Barack Obama

Greta Thunberg

Nancy Pelosi