International Women's Day: A Global Celebration

Explore the history, significance, and impact of International Women's Day with this Grade 8 social studies worksheet.

Grade 8 Social studies Community & CulturesInternational Women's Day

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NCSS.D2.His.2.6-8NCSS.D2.His.4.6-8International Women's DayWomen's RightsHistorySocial JusticeGrade 8

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use complete sentences for short answer questions.

1. International Women's Day is celebrated annually on which date?

January 1st

March 8th

July 4th

December 25th

2. What was one of the key issues that led to the early observance of International Women's Day?

The right to drive cars

Demand for better working conditions and voting rights

The invention of the telephone

The rise of social media

3. The United Nations officially recognized International Women's Day in the year .

4. The colors often associated with International Women's Day are purple, green, and .

5. International Women's Day is only celebrated in Western countries.

True

False

6. The main goal of International Women's Day is to acknowledge and celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women.

True

False

7. Briefly explain why International Women's Day is still relevant in today's society.

8. Observe the image above. What message do you think the people in the image are trying to convey about International Women's Day?