I Am Malala: Young Readers Edition Quiz
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What pen name did Malala Yousafzai use when writing for BBC Urdu?

  • Gul Makai (correct)
  • Malala Yousafzai
  • The Education Activist
  • The Peace Prize Winner
  • What was the cause of the significant change Malala witnessed in her childhood?

  • A political revolution
  • A natural disaster
  • The rise of terrorism (correct)
  • A global pandemic
  • What recognition did Malala receive in 2011?

  • The Amnesty International Ambassador of Conscience Award
  • The Nobel Peace Prize
  • The International Children's Peace Prize (correct)
  • The Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought
  • What happened to Malala on October 9, 2012, while she was on her way home from school?

    <p>She was shot by a terrorist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What organization did Malala initially volunteer for to share her experiences about education in Pakistan?

    <p>The New York Times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Malala's powerful story make people believe?

    <p>That education can change the world</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant achievement did Malala receive in recognition of her courage and advocacy for education?

    <p>Being the youngest Nobel Peace Prize winner ever</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Malala courageously do to combat the Taliban's restrictions on girls' education?

    <p>She wrote anonymously about life under the Taliban</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the Malala Fund?

    <p>Investing in community-led education programs globally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age did Malala start her campaign for girls' education?

    <p>10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What pen name did Malala use when writing about life under the Taliban?

    <p>Gul Makai</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which award has Malala NOT received?

    <p>Royal Education Award</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does Malala currently reside?

    <p>Birmingham, England</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Book Title and Author

    • Title: I Am Malala
    • Author: Malala Yousafzai, with Patricia McCormick
    • Edition: Young Readers Edition

    Book Overview

    • The book recounts the story of Malala Yousafzai's fight for education in Pakistan despite the Taliban's opposition.
    • It details her life in the Swat Valley, the attacks on education, and the risks of speaking out.
    • Malala was shot by the Taliban in 2012 for advocating girls' education.
    • Despite the attack, she survived and continues her activism for education.
    • The book highlights her courage, advocacy, and peaceful protest for education.
    • Malala is an international symbol of peace and a Nobel Peace Prize winner.

    Malala's Activism

    • Malala became an advocate for girls' education at the age of ten.
    • She wrote about life under the Taliban for BBC Urdu and was featured in a New York Times documentary.
    • In 2011, she was nominated for and won the International Children's Peace Prize and Pakistan's first National Youth Peace Prize.
    • She is the youngest person ever to be awarded a Nobel Peace Prize.
    • She has received numerous other awards, including the Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought and the Amnesty International Ambassador of Conscience Award.
    • She established the Malala Fund, a nonprofit organization supporting education.

    Significance of the Book

    • Provides insights into life under the Taliban in Pakistan.
    • Showcases the importance of education and the challenges faced by girls.
    • Highlights personal courage and the impact of individual actions on a global scale.
    • The book is a powerful story of survival, advocacy, and the fight for fundamental human rights.

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    Test your knowledge on 'I Am Malala' by Malala Yousafzai, focusing on her extraordinary journey for education in Pakistan. This quiz covers key events, her activism, and the impacts of her bravery in the face of adversity. Explore the themes of courage, peace, and the importance of education for all.

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