Barbara Jordan's Impact and Legacy

Barbara Jordan's Impact and Legacy

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

4th - 6th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video explores the role of women in government, focusing on Barbara Jordan's journey from her early life in Texas to her impactful career in Congress. It highlights her powerful voice, her dedication to justice and equality, and her legacy as a teacher inspiring future generations.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary focus of the legislative branch discussed in the video?

To execute laws

To make laws

To interpret laws

To enforce laws

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Before the 19th Amendment, which woman became the first female congressperson?

Phyllis Wheatley

Jeanette Rankin

Barbara Jordan

Allison Patton

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What inspired Barbara Jordan to consider a career in law?

Her success in oratory contests

A family tradition

A stirring speech by a visiting lawyer

Her grandfather's advice

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Barbara Jordan find her initial career as a lawyer unfulfilling?

She disliked public speaking

She wanted to travel more

There was not enough work to engage her

She preferred teaching

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Barbara Jordan's approach to creating change in the political system?

Protesting against the government

Ignoring the political system

Making change from within

Raising a ruckus outside the system

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event brought Barbara Jordan national attention?

Her election to the U.S. Senate

Her speech during the Watergate hearings

Her appointment to the Supreme Court

Her campaign for vice presidency

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of Barbara Jordan's key messages during the Watergate hearings?

The significance of education

The importance of preserving the Constitution

The need for new laws

The role of women in politics

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