Historical Figures and Their Contributions

The video highlights the stories of historical figures who fought for justice and equality. William Wilberforce campaigned against the slave trade in Britain, leading to its abolition in 1807. Harriet Tubman escaped slavery and helped others via the Underground Railroad. Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation, freeing American slaves. Susan B. Anthony advocated for women's suffrage, leading to voting rights in 1920. Mahatma Gandhi's Salt March protested British salt taxes peacefully. Rosa Parks' defiance sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott, challenging segregation. Martin Luther King Jr. led the civil rights movement with his dream of equality. Malala Yousafzai fought for girls' education rights, becoming the youngest Nobel laureate.

What was William Wilberforce's main contribution to society?

• He discovered penicillin.

• He invented the steam engine.

• He ended the slave trade in Great Britain.

• He was the first person to fly an airplane.

What was the Underground Railroad?

• A secret path used by Harriet Tubman to help slaves escape to freedom.

• A network of tunnels used during World War II.

• A railway connecting the East and West coasts of the USA.

• A subway system in New York City.

What significant action did Abraham Lincoln take during his presidency?

• He discovered electricity.

• He invented the telephone.

• He was the first American astronaut.

• He signed a paper that freed all slaves in America.

What was Susan B. Anthony known for?

• Her leadership in the American Revolution.

• Her efforts to secure voting rights for women.

• Her work in the field of medicine.

• Her invention of the light bulb.

What was the Salt March led by Mahatma Gandhi?

• A military parade in India.

• A protest against British taxes on salt.

• A campaign to promote healthy eating.

• A march to raise awareness about climate change.

What did Rosa Parks do that sparked a change in segregation laws?

• She refused to give up her bus seat to a white man.

• She became the first female astronaut.

• She led a march to the sea.

• She wrote a famous novel.

What was Martin Luther King Jr.'s famous speech about?

• The benefits of a healthy diet.

• The importance of space exploration.

• The history of the American Revolution.

• The need for racial equality and justice.

What was Malala Yousafzai's main advocacy?

• Campaigning for animal rights.

• Advocating for girls' right to education.

• Supporting technological innovation.

• Promoting environmental conservation.

At what age did Malala Yousafzai receive the Nobel Peace Prize?

• 15

• 17

• 20

• 25

What common trait did all these historical figures share?

• They all stood up for justice and equality.

• They all fought in wars.

• They were all inventors.

• They were all musicians.