Opal Lee and Juneteenth Lessons

Alice Faye Duncan introduces herself and her book about Opal Lee, the grandmother of Juneteenth. She discusses various June celebrations, including Father's Day and Black Music Month. The video highlights the significance of Juneteenth, sharing Opal Lee's personal story and the history of the holiday. It emphasizes the lessons learned from past struggles for freedom and Opal Lee's childhood experiences with racism. The video concludes with a celebration of Juneteenth and a reflection on the importance of freedom for everyone.

What is one of the celebrations mentioned that takes place in June?

• Halloween

• Easter

• Father's Day

• Thanksgiving

Which genre of music is celebrated in June according to the video?

• Rock Music

• Black Music

• Jazz Music

• Classical Music

Who is the author of the book about Opal Lee?

• Maya Angelou

• Alice Faye Duncan

• Toni Morrison

• Langston Hughes

What does Juneteenth symbolize according to the video?

• The beginning of the Civil Rights Movement

• Freedom and the end of slavery

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The end of World War II

What was Opal Lee's reaction to her memories of Juneteenth?

• She was indifferent

• She was confused

• She was angry

• She was joyful and hopeful

What tragic event did Opal Lee experience as a child?

• Her family was forced to move due to a natural disaster

• She was separated from her family

• Her family's house was burned by an angry mob

• She lost a family member in a war

What lesson did Opal Lee learn from the Juneteenth incident?

• Freedom is easily achieved

• History is not important

• Struggle makes freedom valuable

• Violence is the answer

What does Opal Lee emphasize about freedom?

• It is for everyone

• It is a privilege

• It is only for certain people

• It is not important

How does Opal Lee view the future?

• With skepticism

• With indifference

• With hope and optimism

• With fear

What does Opal Lee encourage the children to remember?

• The necessity of conflict

• The value of freedom for all

• The significance of power

• The importance of wealth