Barbara Jordan: The Black Texan Politician who Broke the Glass Ceiling

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What significant achievement did Barbara Jordan accomplish during her time at Texas Southern University?
She became the first African American woman to graduate.
She was elected as the student body president.
She was crowned national debating champion.
She published a groundbreaking thesis on civil rights.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was Barbara Jordan's initial experience in running for the Texas House of Delegates?
She decided not to run after her first attempt.
She was elected on her first attempt.
She was appointed without an election.
She faced multiple unsuccessful attempts.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In what year did Barbara Jordan become a state senator?
1966
1968
1970
1964
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the impact of Barbara Jordan's speech during Nixon's impeachment hearing?
It was largely ignored by the public.
It reengaged Americans who were disillusioned with politics.
It resulted in her appointment to the Supreme Court.
It led to the immediate resignation of Nixon.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did Barbara Jordan describe herself in terms of her political identity?
As a civil rights activist
As a woman politician
As a black politician
As a politician
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