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- 2. Known as the "Moses of her people," Harriet Tubman was a courageous abolitionist who led enslaved individuals to ____ via the Underground Railroad.
- 8. Lewis Howard Latimer's innovations in electric lighting and drafting technology were instrumental in shaping the _______ landscape of his time.
- 9. Ketanji Brown Jackson She would also be the first justice who had served as a public defender, notable because the judiciary in general draws so heavily from the _____ side of the courtroom.
- 10. Robert Sengstacke Abbott founded the Chicago Defender and used his platform for addressing racial injustices and promote _____ _____, and provide a voice for the African American community.
- 11. Elijah McCoy's invention of the lubricating cup revolutionized steam engine technology, making ____ more efficient and reliable.
- 12. Amanda Gorman's stirring poem "The Hill We Climb" at President Joe Biden's inauguration captured the nation's attention, fostering a sense of ____ and resilience.
- 13. Augusta Savage's sculptures celebrated African American culture and paved the way for _____ opportunities for artists of color in the art world.
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- 1. Inspired by his Christian beliefs and the nonviolent activism of Mahatma Gandhi, he led targeted nonviolent _____ against Jim Crow laws and other forms of discrimination.
- 3. Once retired, Muhammad Ali focused much of his time on philanthropy and gave his support to the organizations such as the Special _____, Make-A-Wish Foundation, and more.
- 4. Rosa Parks's refusal to give up her seat on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama, sparked the historic Montgomery Bus _____, a pivotal event in the civil rights movement.
- 5. Prince, known for his innovative music and extravagant stage presence, challenged conventional norms and advocated for artistic _____ in the music industry.
- 6. Carter Woodson, known as the "Father of Black History," established Negro _____ Week to emphasize the contributions of African Americans to the nation's history, which later evolved into Black History Month.
- 7. Maya Angelou used her powerful words to address issues of race, identity, and _____.