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Malala Yousafzai: A Champion for Girls' Education
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  • 1. Malala Yousafzai, a remarkable advocate for girls' education and a symbol of resilience, rose to prominence after surviving a life-threatening attack by the Taliban in 2012 when she was just 15 years old. Born in Pakistan's Swat Valley, she was inspired by her father, an educator, to seek knowledge and opportunities that were often denied to girls in her community. Malala began speaking out publicly about the importance of education, defying the oppressive regime that sought to silence her. Her unwavering courage and commitment to her cause garnered international attention and support, ultimately leading to her becoming the youngest-ever recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize in 2014. Malala's story transcends borders, as she continues to advocate for the right to education for all children, believing that education is the most powerful weapon one can use to change the world. Through the Malala Fund, she works to empower girls in various countries, ensuring that they have access to quality education and the opportunity to reach their full potential. Malala's journey is not just one of survival but a clarion call to action, reminding us all of the vital importance of educating girls and breaking down the barriers that prevent them from learning.

    In which country was Malala born?
A) Pakistan
B) Bangladesh
C) Afghanistan
D) India
  • 2. What tragic event happened to Malala in 2012?
A) She was arrested
B) She lost a family member
C) She moved to England
D) She was shot by the Taliban
  • 3. Which organization did Malala co-found to support education?
A) Women for Women
B) Youth Empowerment Network
C) Girls Education Initiative
D) Malala Fund
  • 4. What age did Malala receive the Nobel Peace Prize?
A) 21
B) 15
C) 17
D) 19
  • 5. What year did Malala receive the Nobel Peace Prize?
A) 2013
B) 2014
C) 2012
D) 2015
  • 6. What did Malala use to advocate for girls' education in her community?
A) A podcast
B) A blog
C) A magazine
D) A television show
  • 7. Malala's father, Ziauddin, is known for being a?
A) Politician
B) Journalist
C) Businessman
D) Educator and activist
  • 8. Which book did Malala write about her life?
A) Malala's Diary
B) A Girl's Story
C) I Am Malala
D) Girl With a Diary
  • 9. What year was the Taliban's attack on Malala?
A) 2013
B) 2010
C) 2014
D) 2012
  • 10. What message did Malala emphasize in her UN speech?
A) The need for peace
B) Equal rights for women
C) Global health initiatives
D) The importance of education for all
  • 11. What award did Malala receive from the Pakistani government?
A) The Harmony Award
B) The National Youth Peace Prize
C) The President's Medal
D) The Shaukat Khanum Award
  • 12. What impact has Malala's story had on the world?
A) Discouraged education proposals
B) Caused a decline in enrollment rates
C) Inspired global movements for education
D) Led to more violence in schools
  • 13. In which year did Malala return to Pakistan for the first time after the attack?
A) 2019
B) 2018
C) 2016
D) 2017
  • 14. At what age did Malala start blogging for the BBC?
A) 13
B) 12
C) 11
D) 10
  • 15. Malala has spoken at which major global gathering?
A) G20 Summit
B) United Nations
C) World Economic Forum
D) NATO Summit
  • 16. What is one method Malala uses to spread her message?
A) Public speaking
B) Political campaigning
C) Protests
D) Silence
  • 17. What organization awarded Malala with the Sakharov Prize?
A) Amnesty International
B) European Parliament
C) United Nations
D) Nobel Committee
  • 18. In which city did the shooting of Malala take place?
A) Karachi
B) Islamabad
C) Mingora
D) Peshawar
  • 19. What is Malala's father's name?
A) Faraz Yousafzai
B) Malik Yousafzai
C) Abdul Yousafzai
D) Ziauddin Yousafzai
  • 20. What is one of the major themes in Malala's writings?
A) The importance of wealth
B) The significance of protest
C) The need for travel
D) The power of education
  • 21. Who inspired Malala to fight for education?
A) Nelson Mandela
B) Her father
C) Her mother
D) A teacher
  • 22. How many siblings does Malala have?
A) 3
B) 4
C) 1
D) 2
  • 23. In which year did Malala co-found the Malala Fund?
A) 2012
B) 2015
C) 2013
D) 2014
  • 24. Malala advocates for education, especially for which group?
A) Elderly
B) Single parents
C) Girls
D) Boys
  • 25. Which city did Malala settle in after her recovery?
A) Glasgow
B) Birmingham
C) Manchester
D) London
  • 26. What was a result of Malala's activism?
A) Increased awareness about girls' education
B) Less funding for education
C) More schools closing
D) Increased violence in her hometown
  • 27. In her advocacy, Malala often mentions the importance of what subject?
A) Education
B) Science
C) Sports
D) Health
  • 28. Which film documented Malala's story?
A) Malala's Journey
B) Girl Rising
C) He Named Me Malala
D) The Education Revolution
  • 29. What year was Malala Yousafzai born?
A) 1997
B) 1998
C) 1995
D) 1996
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