Women's History Month

When has Women's History Month been observed annually in the United States since?

• 1990

• 1987

• 1978

• 1980

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What is the theme for Women's History Month 2024?

• Women in Leadership

• Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

• Women in Science and Technology

• Women Who Fight for Freedom

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Who issued the first presidential proclamation declaring the week of March 8 as National Women's History Week?

• President Bill Clinton

• President Jimmy Carter

• President Ronald Reagan

• President George Bush

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In what year did the National Women's History Project successfully petition Congress to expand the event to the entire month of March?

• 1980

• 1990

• 1987

• 1986

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What was the original reason for celebrating Women's History Month?

• To reflect on women's contributions to U.S. history

• To celebrate women's achievements in science

• To promote women's rights globally

• To recognize women's participation in the workforce

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When did International Women's Day take place for the first time?

• March 8, 1911

• March 8, 1908

• March 8, 1980

• March 8, 1975

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Which organization designates a yearly theme for Women's History Month?

• The United Nations

• The National Women's History Alliance

• The U.S. Congress

• The National Women's History Project

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Who said, 'Women are like teabags. We don’t know our true strength until we are in hot water.'?

• Amelia Earhart

• Maya Angelou

• Eleanor Roosevelt

• Rosa Parks

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What does the United Nations General Assembly cite as reasons for adopting its resolution on the observance of International Women's Day?

• To acknowledge women's role in domestic spheres

• To recognize the fact that securing peace and social progress requires women's participation and equality

• To celebrate women's achievements in arts and culture

• To promote women in leadership positions

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Who is recognized for saying, 'One child, one teacher, one book, one pen can change the world.'?

• Malala Yousafzai

• Susan B. Anthony

• Sojourner Truth

• Rosa Parks

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