Nellie Bly (U3W4)

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What does proclamation mean?

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A public or official announcement, especially one dealing with a matter of great importance.

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What 'safe' subjects were women expected to write about?

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Gardening and fashion.

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True or False: People thought women were only good for marriage and not education or careers?

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True.

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What State was Nellie born in?

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Pennsylvania.

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What is a pen name?

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The fake name of an author so people do not know their true identity.

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Who was Nellie Bly?

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A pioneering female journalist known for her investigative reporting.

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What is investigative journalism?

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A type of journalism that seeks to uncover the truth about a topic, often involving in-depth research.

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What does it mean to break a record?

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To achieve a new best performance in a particular activity.

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What was the significance of Nellie Bly's trip around the world?

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She completed it in 72 days, challenging the expectations of women at the time.

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What does the term 'gender roles' refer to?

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The expectations and behaviors that society considers appropriate for men and women.

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