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Autobiographies of People Who Made a Difference in the World

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Which autobiography chronicles the life of a young woman who overcame poverty and discrimination to become a civil rights leader?

  1. I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings

  2. The Autobiography of Malcolm X

  3. The Long Walk to Freedom

  4. Dreams from My Father


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maya Angelou's autobiography, "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings", recounts her childhood experiences of poverty, racism, and sexual abuse, and her journey to becoming a prominent civil rights activist and author.

In his autobiography, Nelson Mandela reflects on his 27 years of imprisonment and his role in the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa. What is the title of this autobiography?

  1. Long Walk to Freedom

  2. The Autobiography of Nelson Mandela

  3. Conversations with Myself

  4. No Easy Walk to Freedom


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nelson Mandela's autobiography, "Long Walk to Freedom", provides an intimate account of his life, from his childhood in rural South Africa to his imprisonment on Robben Island and his eventual release and election as the first black president of South Africa.

Which autobiography tells the story of a young woman who survived the Holocaust and went on to become a world-renowned author and humanitarian?

  1. Night

  2. The Diary of a Young Girl

  3. Man's Search for Meaning

  4. The Hiding Place


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Anne Frank's autobiography, "The Diary of a Young Girl", is a poignant account of her life during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands, as she and her family hid from persecution in a secret annex.

In his autobiography, Malcolm X recounts his journey from a life of crime and drug addiction to becoming a prominent civil rights leader and a symbol of black empowerment. What is the title of this autobiography?

  1. The Autobiography of Malcolm X

  2. I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings

  3. Long Walk to Freedom

  4. Dreams from My Father


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Malcolm X's autobiography, "The Autobiography of Malcolm X", co-written with Alex Haley, provides a powerful narrative of his transformation from a petty criminal to a leading figure in the Nation of Islam and a strong advocate for black rights.

Which autobiography chronicles the life of a young man who overcame poverty and racial discrimination to become the first African-American president of the United States?

  1. Dreams from My Father

  2. The Autobiography of Malcolm X

  3. Long Walk to Freedom

  4. I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Barack Obama's autobiography, "Dreams from My Father", offers a personal and reflective account of his upbringing, his search for identity, and his journey to becoming the first African-American president of the United States.

In her autobiography, Helen Keller recounts her childhood experiences of blindness and deafness and her remarkable journey to becoming an author, lecturer, and advocate for people with disabilities. What is the title of this autobiography?

  1. The Story of My Life

  2. I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings

  3. Long Walk to Freedom

  4. The Diary of a Young Girl


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Helen Keller's autobiography, "The Story of My Life", co-written with Anne Sullivan Macy, provides an inspiring account of her life, from her early childhood experiences to her achievements as an author, lecturer, and advocate for people with disabilities.

Which autobiography tells the story of a young woman who escaped from North Korea and went on to become a human rights activist and advocate for North Korean refugees?

  1. In Order to Live

  2. The Autobiography of Malcolm X

  3. Long Walk to Freedom

  4. The Hiding Place


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Yeonmi Park's autobiography, "In Order to Live", recounts her harrowing journey of escape from North Korea, her experiences of poverty and oppression, and her subsequent work as a human rights activist and advocate for North Korean refugees.

In his autobiography, Viktor Frankl reflects on his experiences as a prisoner in Nazi concentration camps and his development of logotherapy, a form of psychotherapy that emphasizes the search for meaning in life. What is the title of this autobiography?

  1. Man's Search for Meaning

  2. The Autobiography of Malcolm X

  3. Long Walk to Freedom

  4. The Diary of a Young Girl


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Viktor Frankl's autobiography, "Man's Search for Meaning", provides a profound exploration of human resilience and the search for meaning in the face of adversity, based on his experiences during the Holocaust.

Which autobiography chronicles the life of a young woman who survived the Rwandan genocide and went on to become a global advocate for peace and reconciliation?

  1. Left to Tell

  2. The Autobiography of Malcolm X

  3. Long Walk to Freedom

  4. The Hiding Place


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Immaculée Ilibagiza's autobiography, "Left to Tell", recounts her harrowing experiences during the Rwandan genocide, her survival in a cramped bathroom for 91 days, and her subsequent work as a peace activist and advocate for reconciliation.

In his autobiography, Desmond Tutu reflects on his life as a South African anti-apartheid activist, Anglican archbishop, and Nobel Peace Prize laureate. What is the title of this autobiography?

  1. No Easy Walk to Freedom

  2. The Autobiography of Malcolm X

  3. Long Walk to Freedom

  4. The Diary of a Young Girl


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Desmond Tutu's autobiography, "No Easy Walk to Freedom", provides an inspiring account of his life, from his early childhood in South Africa to his role in the anti-apartheid movement and his work as an advocate for peace and reconciliation.

Which autobiography tells the story of a young woman who overcame poverty and discrimination to become a prominent environmental activist and advocate for indigenous rights?

  1. Braiding Sweetgrass

  2. The Autobiography of Malcolm X

  3. Long Walk to Freedom

  4. The Hiding Place


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Robin Wall Kimmerer's autobiography, "Braiding Sweetgrass", offers a unique perspective on the relationship between humans and the natural world, drawing on her experiences as a Potawatomi botanist and her work as an environmental activist.

In his autobiography, Elie Wiesel reflects on his experiences as a Holocaust survivor and his subsequent work as a writer, philosopher, and human rights activist. What is the title of this autobiography?

  1. Night

  2. The Autobiography of Malcolm X

  3. Long Walk to Freedom

  4. The Diary of a Young Girl


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Elie Wiesel's autobiography, "Night", provides a harrowing account of his experiences as a teenager during the Holocaust, his survival in Auschwitz and Buchenwald concentration camps, and his subsequent work as a writer and human rights activist.

Which autobiography chronicles the life of a young woman who overcame physical and emotional abuse to become a world-renowned singer and songwriter?

  1. I Will Always Love You

  2. The Autobiography of Malcolm X

  3. Long Walk to Freedom

  4. The Hiding Place


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dolly Parton's autobiography, "I Will Always Love You", offers an inspiring account of her life, from her humble beginnings in rural Tennessee to her rise to fame as a country music icon and her work as a philanthropist.

In his autobiography, Richard Branson reflects on his life as a British entrepreneur, adventurer, and founder of the Virgin Group. What is the title of this autobiography?

  1. Losing My Virginity

  2. The Autobiography of Malcolm X

  3. Long Walk to Freedom

  4. The Diary of a Young Girl


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Richard Branson's autobiography, "Losing My Virginity", provides an entertaining and insightful account of his life, from his early business ventures to his record-breaking adventures and his work as a philanthropist.

Which autobiography tells the story of a young woman who overcame poverty and discrimination to become a prominent advocate for women's rights and education?

  1. Educated

  2. The Autobiography of Malcolm X

  3. Long Walk to Freedom

  4. The Hiding Place


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tara Westover's autobiography, "Educated", offers a powerful account of her upbringing in a survivalist family in rural Idaho, her lack of formal education, and her eventual journey to becoming a successful author and advocate for women's rights and education.

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