Mary Church Terrell: Activist and Educator

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What significant realization did Mary Church Terrell have at the age of eight?

Her hair was more beautiful than others.

She was different because of her skin color. (correct)

She was equal to all children in her school.

Her parents were former slaves.

How did Mary Church Terrell's father achieve financial success?

By purchasing abandoned properties during a health crisis. (correct)

By investing in stocks.

By starting a farming business.

By publishing a successful book.

Which of the following statements is true about Mary Church Terrell's education?

She dropped out of school at a young age.

She only attended public schools.

She was one of the first African American women to attend Oberlin College. (correct)

She struggled to find schools that accepted her.

What significant event occurred on June 29, 1909, involving Lucy Burns?

She was arrested while protesting for women's suffrage. Signup and view all the answers

What kind of family background did Mary Church Terrell come from?

Her parents were both former slaves, with her father achieving wealth. Signup and view all the answers

Which prominent suffragist's speech inspired Lucy Burns to join the British suffragist movement?

Emmeline Pankhurst Signup and view all the answers

What was the reaction of the other girls when Mary asked about her appearance?

They laughed at her and highlighted her skin color. Signup and view all the answers

What did Lucy Burns do during her activism aside from protesting?

She disrupted meetings and broke windows. Signup and view all the answers

What was Lucy Burns's educational background like?

She attended several prestigious universities including Vassar and Oxford. Signup and view all the answers

How did Lucy Burns describe American suffragists in her letters?

As sleepy and unaware of global movements. Signup and view all the answers

What skills did Nina learn during her upbringing?

Riding horses and overseeing the family ranch Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Nina’s family background?

They claimed descent from a pope and Spanish nobility. Signup and view all the answers

What role did Nina take on in her family after her father's death?

She took on the role of a teacher for her younger siblings. Signup and view all the answers

Where did Nina’s family relocate in 1897?

Santa Fe, New Mexico Signup and view all the answers

How was Nina described physically?

Having a 'mane of thick red hair' Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Mary Church Terrell

Mary Church Terrell was born into a formerly enslaved family.
She was born in 1863.
She was a very important and notable activist, teacher, and educator.
Despite her parents being formerly enslaved, she received a solid education.
At the age of eight, she attended a boarding school.
She attended both white and African American schools which helped her be acquainted with different cultures.
She had a very unique childhood because she was both a formerly enslaved individual and an individual who had a decent education.
She was an excellent student, and known for her beauty and intelligence.
She owned a hair salon in her adult life which was a big feat for an African American woman.
She was a businesswoman and did very well in her later life.
She defied the status quo and managed to prove her point without any difficulty.
She attended private schools and Oberlin College.
She was one of the first African American women to attend these type of schools.

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Explore the life and contributions of Mary Church Terrell, a notable activist and educator born in 1863. Despite the challenges of her background as a formerly enslaved individual, she achieved a solid education and became a successful businesswoman. This quiz will cover her unique experiences and impact on civil rights.