Madam C.J. Walker: A Legacy of Entrepreneurship

Explore the life and achievements of Madam C.J. Walker, a pioneering African American entrepreneur and philanthropist.

Grade 6 Social studies Community & CulturesBiography of Madam C.j. Walker

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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6.1

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NCSS.D2.His.2.6-8Madam C.J. WalkerbiographyentrepreneurshipAfrican American historysocial studiesgrade 6

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Madam C.J. Walker: A Legacy of Entrepreneurship

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Madam C.J. Walker, born Sarah Breedlove, was an African American entrepreneur, philanthropist, and political and social activist. She is recorded as the first female self-made millionaire in America. Walker made her fortune by developing and marketing a line of cosmetics and hair care products for black women through the Madam C. J. Walker Manufacturing Company.

1. What was Madam C.J. Walker's birth name?

Mary Jones

Sarah Breedlove

Anna Johnson

Elizabeth Davis

2. What industry did Madam C.J. Walker revolutionize?

Automobile manufacturing

Hair care and cosmetics

Food production

Real estate

3. Madam C.J. Walker is recognized as the first female self-made in America.

4. Her company was called the Manufacturing Company.

5. What challenges might Madam C.J. Walker have faced as an African American woman starting a business during her time?

6. Madam C.J. Walker focused her products on hair care for men.

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False

7. Madam C.J. Walker was also known for her philanthropy.

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8. How did Madam C.J. Walker's work impact the African American community?