[D-C] International Women's Day

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testament

[ ˈtes-tuh-muhnt ]

noun

- a strong proof or example of something

Her hard work and success are a testament to her determination.

protest

[ ˈproh-test ]

noun

- to show strong disagreement or disapproval

The students decided to protest against the new school rules.

abdication

[ ˌab-di-ˈkey-shuhn ]

noun

- the act of giving up a position of power, usually by a king or queen

The king's abdication shocked the entire country.

assert

[ uh-ˈsurt ]

verb

- to state or declare something confidently

She had to assert her opinion during the meeting.

pivotal

[ ˈpiv-uh-tl ]

adjective

- very important and changing the direction of something

The invention of the internet was a pivotal moment in history.

LET'S TAKE A LOOK! [ FULL CLIP ]

What is the video all about? Choose two statements that refer to the main ideas of the video.

1. The origins of International Women's Day can be traced back to the late 19th century when women's labor movements in Asia were gaining momentum.

2. International Women's Day was first celebrated in the United States on March 8, 1911, with women demanding labor rights and their right to vote.

3. The first National Women's Day in the United States was organized by the Socialist Movement on February 28, 1909, to protest against poor working conditions, long working hours, and low wages.

4. International Women's Day was officially recognized by the United Nations in 1977.

LET'S PRACTICE- FIRST CUT

Script Completion

Direction: Watch the first cut of the video and complete the following lines below with the missing words. Write or type down your answers while listening.

⏱ 00:26 - 01:26

The history of Women's Day is a(1) to the persistent efforts of women throughout the world; to assert their (2) and make their voices heard. The origins of International Women's Day can be traced back to the early 20th (3) when women's labor movements in North America and Europe were gaining (4) . The first National Women's Day was organized by the Socialist Movement in the United States on February 28, 1909, to protest against poor working conditions, long working hours, and (5) . This event inspired women in other countries to (6) their rights as well. The pivotal moment in the history of Women's Day occurred on March 8, 1911, when International Women's Day was celebrated for the first time in several European countries, including Austria, (7) , Germany, and Switzerland.

LET'S PRACTICE - SECOND CUT

Script Completion

Direction: Watch the second cut of the video and complete the following lines below with the missing phrases.

⏱ 01:27 - 02:31

Women took to the streets, demanding not only labor rights but also their right to (1) and participate in political life. In 1917, on March 8th (February 23rd in the Julian calendar, then used in Russia), Russian women went on (2) for "Bread and Peace" during World War I. Their protest played a crucial role in the Russian Revolution and (3) led to the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II. The provisional government granted Russian women the right to vote, making them one of the first (4) in the world to do so. International Women's Day was officially recognized by the United Nations in 1977 when it (5) March 8th as the UN Day for Women's Rights and International Peace. Since then, it has grown into a (6) movement, celebrated in various ways in nearly every country.

LET'S DO THE CHALLENGE - FULL CLIP

Direction: Answer the following questions based on the video and let's check your comprehension.

⏱ 00:26 - 02:31

When was the first National Women's Day organized in the United States?

a. February 28, 1909

b. March 8, 1911

c. February 23, 1917
Which countries celebrated the first International Women's Day on March 8, 1911?

a. United States, Canada, Mexico, Austria

b. Austria, Denmark, Germany, Switzerland

c. France, Italy, Spain, Germany
What significant event occurred in Russia on March 8, 1917?

a. The abdication of Tsar Nicholas II

b. The first celebration of International Women's Day

c. The end of World War I
When did the United Nations officially recognize International Women's Day?

a. 1945

b. 1965

c. 1977
What was the main demand of Russian women during their strike on March 8, 1917?

a. "Equality and Justice"

b. "Bread and Peace"

c. "Vote and Freedom"