The Brian Lehrer Show 10-Question Quiz: Who Said That?
May 19, 2025
Get ready to flex those brain muscles with a lively quiz on famous historical quotes! Participants dive into iconic speeches, from a young environmentalist's rallying cry to significant moments in political history. With light-hearted banter and chance to win prizes, the fun never stops. Test your knowledge on quotes from legends like Martin Luther King Jr. and even Fred Rogers, while reflecting on the powerful impact of these words. It's an entertaining mix of trivia and history that will leave you both challenged and inspired!
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Interactive Quote Quiz Format
- The quiz challenges listeners to identify who said famous historical and political quotes.
- It includes soundbites from various eras, providing an engaging way to connect with history through voices.
Greta Thunberg's Climate Call
- Greta Thunberg's 2019 speech highlights the urgency of environmental crises.
- Her words have become iconic in recent years as a youth voice for climate action.
Welch Challenges McCarthy
- Joseph Welch famously confronted Senator McCarthy with the line "Have you no sense of decency" in 1954.
- This moment was pivotal in the Army-McCarthy hearings and challenged McCarthyism publicly.