Norah Fry

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/norah-fry

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Norah Fry born?1871
2. When did Norah Fry die?1960
3. What is the political milestone?First female councillor elected in Somerset in 1918
4. What is the societal impact?Contributed to advancements in social care and inclusive practices for children
5. Who was Norah Fry?Norah Fry was a woman from the famous Fry chocolate family who spent her life helping children and women in Britain.
6. Why did Norah Fry help children with disabilities?She believed that every child should have chances and wanted to break down the barriers that kept them from getting help.

Quaker: A member of the Religious Society of Friends, a Christian denomination emphasizing pacifism, equality, and social justice.
Councillor: An elected member of a local government body responsible for public administration and policy-making.
Advocacy: The act of publicly supporting or recommending a particular cause or policy, often for marginalized groups.
Social Reform: Organized efforts to improve aspects of society, often by addressing issues of poverty, inequality, and injustice.