Obituaries of labor leader Philip Murray and first president of Israel Chaim Weizmann

Obituaries of labor leader Philip Murray and first president of Israel Chaim Weizmann

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History, Science, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

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The video covers the lives and contributions of two influential figures: Philip Murray, a Scottish-born coal miner who became a prominent labor leader in the U.S., and Chaim Weizmann, the first president of Israel. Murray is remembered for his leadership in the Steelworkers Union and the CIO, as well as his stance against communism. Weizmann, a scientist and statesman, played a crucial role in the establishment of Israel and witnessed the growth of the nation through immigration and development.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Philip Murray's profession before he became a prominent labor leader?

Steelworker

Coal miner

Teacher

Scientist

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who did Philip Murray succeed as the President of the CIO?

John L. Lewis

Chaim Weizmann

Samuel Gompers

Andrew Carnegie

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of Dr. Chaim Weizmann's early dreams?

To lead a scientific revolution

To become a famous artist

To establish a new Jewish homeland

To become a renowned athlete

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which field did Dr. Chaim Weizmann gain fame?

Literature

Music

Politics

Science

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event did Dr. Chaim Weizmann witness in Israel?

The establishment of a great institute of science

The launch of a space mission

The discovery of a new continent

The signing of a peace treaty