Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta

The video is an ethnic studies mini-lesson focusing on the heroes Dolores Huerta and Cesar Chavez. It introduces these figures, explains key terms like 'boycott' and 'union', and discusses their activism for farm workers' rights. The lesson highlights their nonviolent approach inspired by Gandhi and reflects on their impact. Students are encouraged to think critically about why these figures are considered heroes.

Who was the first hero discussed in the previous lesson?

• Cesar Chavez

• Dolores Huerta

• Rosa Parks

• Martin Luther King Jr.

What is the main focus of the current lesson?

• The contributions of Dolores Huerta and Cesar Chavez

• The history of the United States

• The life of Martin Luther King Jr.

• The impact of the Civil Rights Movement

What does the term 'boycott' mean?

• To start a new business

• To support a business

• To refuse to buy something as a protest

• To join a union

What is a 'union'?

• A type of protest

• A political party

• A group of workers formed to protect their rights

• A group of people who refuse to work

Where were Cesar Chavez's parents originally from?

• Canada

• Mexico

• Spain

• Brazil

What organization did Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta co-found?

• United Farm Workers

• National Education Association

• American Civil Liberties Union

• National Farm Workers Association

Which famous activist inspired both Chavez and Huerta?

• Harriet Tubman

• Susan B. Anthony

• Mahatma Gandhi

• Nelson Mandela

What was one of the main goals of the National Farm Workers Association?

• To increase farm production

• To improve working conditions for farm workers

• To reduce taxes for farmers

• To promote organic farming

What was one of the outcomes of the efforts by Chavez and Huerta?

• Farmers went on strike

• Farm workers received better pay and working conditions

• Farm workers lost their jobs

• Farm production decreased

Why are Dolores Huerta and Cesar Chavez considered heroes?

• They were wealthy landowners

• They were famous politicians

• They invented new farming techniques

• They helped start a union for farm workers and fought for their rights