Women in History
This scientist became the first woman to win the Nobel Prize in 1903 for her groundbreaking work in physics.
Who is Marie Curie?
This track and field athlete holds the record for the most Olympic medals won by a female sprinter.
Who is Allyson Felix?
She starred as Elle Woods in Legally Blonde and is an advocate for women in film.
Who is Reese Witherspoon?
This U.S. First Lady redefined the role by becoming a diplomat and championing human rights.
Who is Eleanor Roosevelt?
This woman holds the record for the most views in a 24-hour period on YouTube for her music video, Me!.
Who is Taylor Swift?
This seamstress famously refused to give up her seat on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama, sparking the Civil Rights Movement.
Who is Rosa Parks?
With 32 medals, this swimmer is the most decorated female Olympian of all time.
Who is Katie Ledecky?
This Grammy-winning artist is known for hits like Rolling in the Deep and Someone Like You.
Who is Adele?
This women’s clothing item, which has become a fashion staple, was created by Jeanne Lanvin in the early 20th century.
What is the little black dress?
This fictional character, created by Agatha Christie, is one of literature’s most famous female detectives.
Who is Miss Marple?
She was a trailblazing aviator who became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean.
Who is Amelia Earhart?
This woman became the first African American woman to win an Oscar for Best Actress in 2002 for her role in Monster's Ball.
Who is Halle Berry?
She directed Lady Bird and is one of only a few women to be nominated for the Best Director Oscar.
Who is Greta Gerwig?
This popular breakfast food, often eaten with syrup, was invented by Stephanie Kwolek, who also invented Kevlar.
What is Pancake Mix?
This popular toy doll was introduced in 1959 and has had over 200 careers, including astronaut, doctor, and president.
Who is Barbie?
This woman was the first, First Lady of the United States and supported her husband, George Washington.
Who is Martha Washington?
As of 2023, she became the richest self-made woman in the world, with a net worth of over $11 billion thanks to her makeup brand.
Who is Huda Kattan?
This actress became the first woman of color to win an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for her role in Euphoria.
Who is Zendaya?
This famous brand of household cleaner was created by Evelyn S. Brown in 1955, and is known for its lemon-scented formula.
What is Lysol?
This American singer and songwriter, known for hits like, Like a Prayer and Vogue, is often referred to as the "Queen of Pop."
Who is Madonna?
This queen of England ruled for 44 years during the Renaissance period, known as the Elizabethan Era.
Who is Queen Elizabeth I?
This soccer player, who captained the U.S. Women’s National Team, was named FIFA Women’s Player of the Year twice.
Who is Megan Rapinoe?
Known for her role as the Scarlet Witch in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, this actress is also part of a famous Hollywood family.
Who is Elizabeth Olsen?
This simple and easy-to-use kitchen gadget, designed to keep garlic fresh and easy to peel, was created by Gertrude Jones in 1948.
What is the garlic press?
She is the highest-paid female actress as of 2023, known for her roles in Black Widow and Marriage Story.
Who is Scarlett Johansson?