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Women's History Month

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  • In the U.S., women's history was first celebrated over a week before expanding to one month 6 years later (T/F)
    True
  • Suffrage refers to....
    the right to vote in elections
  • Which famous Spanish actress and activist has been a vocal supporter of women’s rights and gender equality, also founding the organization #MujeresPorElCambio?
    Penélope Cruz
  • This actress starred in The Hunger Games and has become a vocal advocate for gender pay equality in Hollywood
    Jennifer Lawrence
  • Intersectionality is when different parts of a person’s identity combine to affect their experiences (T/F)
    True
  • In which year did the first International Women's Day take place?
    1911
  • This word means a person who fights for women’s rights and equality
    activist/feminist
  • Which iconic American woman helped launch the civil rights movement by refusing to give up her seat on a bus?
    Rosa Parks
  • Sexism is...
    when people are treated unfairly or judged based on their gender; ex. thinking men are superior to women
  • This famous tennis player is known for advocating for equal pay for women in sports and has won 23 Grand Slam singles titles
    Serena Williams
  • A famous Mexican artist known for her unique self-portraits and her contributions to the feminist and LGBTQ+ movements
    Frida Kahlo
  • When is Women's History month?
    March
  • Feminism is...
    the belief that men and women should have equal rights and opportunities
  • This singer and businesswoman is known for her "Fenty Beauty" makeup brand, which focuses on inclusivity for all skin tones
    Rihanna
  • What day is International Women's Day?
    March 8th
  • A famous American poet, author, and civil rights activist, known for her autobiography "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" and her powerful poetry
    Maya Angelou
  • In what year did women in Spain gain the right to vote in general elections?
    1931
  • an influential figure not just as First Lady of the United States, but also through her advocacy for education, health, and women's rights
    Michelle Obama
  • define matriarchy
    a social system in which women hold primary power and authority