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Helen Keller
Helen Keller was an American author, political activist, and lecturers who
became deaf and blind at the age of 19 months. Despite her disabilities,
Keller was able to overcome enormous challenges and become a highly
educated and influential individual. She is remembered as a symbol of hope
and determination, and her life and work have inspired millions of people
around the world.

Keller was born in 1880 in Tuscumbia, Alabama, and she became sick with a
fever when she was 19 months old. The fever left her deaf and blind, and she
was unable to communicate with the world around her. Keller’s parents were
determined to find a way to help her, and they eventually hired a young
teacher named Anne Sullivan to work with her.

Under Sullivan’s guidance, Keller began to learn how to communicate


through the use of sign language and Braille. She also learned how to read
and write, and she eventually went on to graduate from Radcliffe College,
becoming the first deaf and blind person to earn a bachelor’s degree.

Throughout her life, Keller was an advocate for the rights of people with
disabilities. She traveled the world as a lecturer, sharing her story and
speaking out on behalf of those who were unable to speak for themselves.
Keller also wrote several books, including “The Story of My Life,” which
became a best-seller and has been translated into many languages.

In addition to her work as an advocate and author, Keller was also involved
in politics. She was a member of the Socialist Party and supported a number
of progressive causes, including women’s suffrage and labor rights.

Keller’s legacy has had a lasting impact on the world. She is remembered as
a symbol of hope and determination, and her story has inspired millions of
people around the world. Her life serves as a reminder that even in the face
of great adversity, it is possible to overcome obstacles and achieve great
things.

In conclusion, Helen Keller was a remarkable individual who overcame


enormous challenges to become an educated and influential member
of society. Her life and work have inspired millions of people around the
world, and her legacy will continue to inspire and encourage people for
generations to come. So, she is a role model for many people especially for
those who are facing disabilities.

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Answers:
1. Helen Keller was an American author, political activist, and lecturer who became deaf and blind at the
age of 19 months.
2. Helen Keller became deaf and blind after she got sick with a fever at the age of 19 months.
3. Helen Keller’s teacher, Anne Sullivan, helped her learn how to communicate through sign language and
Braille.
4. Helen Keller’s legacy was to inspire millions of people around the world through her determination and
advocacy for people with disabilities.
5. Helen Keller wrote several books, including “The Story of My Life,” which became a best-seller and was
translated into many languages.
What did Helen Keller write? 5.
What was Helen Keller’s legacy? 4.
Who helped Helen Keller learn how to communicate? 3.
How did Helen Keller become deaf and blind? 2.
Who was Helen Keller? 1.
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