Maya Angelou

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Maya Angelou born?April 4, 1928
2. Where was Maya Angelou born?St. Louis, Missouri, USA
3. When did Maya Angelou die?May 28, 2014 (age 86)
4. What is the major honors?Presidential Medal of Freedom, National Medal of Arts, numerous honorary doctorates
5. Who was Maya Angelou?Maya Angelou was a writer, poet, activist, and teacher who used her words to help people feel seen and heard.
6. What is Maya Angelou's most famous book?Her most famous book is the autobiography "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings," which was published in 1969.

Autobiographical Series: A collection of books written by Maya Angelou detailing significant periods and experiences of her own life.
Civil Rights Movement: A historical struggle for social justice that aimed to end racial segregation and discrimination against African Americans in the United States.
Cultural Ambassador: An individual who represents their country's culture and values on an international stage.
Literary Merit: The quality and significance of a work of literature, judged by critics and scholars.