Historical Figures: Black History Month

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  1. 3. A powerful speaker who fought for women’s rights and the end of slavery. Delivered the "Ain't I a Woman" speech.
  2. 6. Something you work hard for and succeed in doing.
  3. 9. 44th President of the U.S./First African-American President
  4. 10. He fought against apartheid and became the first Black president of South Africa.
  5. 11. He fought for equal rights and gave the "I Have a Dream" speech.
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  1. 1. The first African American child to attend an all-white school in the South.
  2. 2. She escaped slavery and helped others find freedom on the Underground Railroad.
  3. 4. She refused to give up her seat on a bus.
  4. 5. The month of the year that is also Black History Month.
  5. 7. He broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball.
  6. 8. She was the first African American and first woman Vice President of the U.S.
  7. 12. He won four gold medals in the 1936 Olympics, showing the world his incredible speed.