Iqbal Masih: A Brave Child

Iqbal Masih: A Brave Child

Iqbal Masih was a brave boy from Pakistan. He was born in 1983. When he was very young, he had to work in carpet factories. In these factories, he worked very hard every day. Iqbal did not have time to go to school because he had to work long hours. This made his life very difficult and sad.

Even though he was a child, Iqbal did not like the hard work and the bad conditions. He spoke up and said that children should not work in factories. He wanted all children to go to school and play happily. Because of his strong voice, many people around the world listened to him. They worked to stop child labor and to help children have a better life.

Iqbal became a symbol of hope for children everywhere. His message was very important: every child deserves a chance to learn and to enjoy childhood. Sadly, Iqbal Masih died when he was only 12 years old, in 1995. Even though his life was very short, his courage continues to inspire people all over the world.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When was Iqbal Masih born?
   a) 1990
   b) 1983
   c) 1978
   d) 2000

2. Where was Iqbal Masih from?
   a) India
   b) Pakistan
   c) Bangladesh
   d) Sri Lanka

3. In which type of factory did Iqbal work?
   a) Textile factory
   b) Carpet factory
   c) Toy factory
   d) Food factory

4. Why did Iqbal have to work in the factory?
   a) He wanted to earn money for toys
   b) He had no time for school
   c) He was forced to work
   d) He was very interested in carpets

5. What did Iqbal say about children’s work?
   a) Children should work hard
   b) Children must work in factories
   c) Children should be free to learn and play
   d) Children like working in factories

6. How did Iqbal help other children?
   a) By teaching them carpentry
   b) By speaking up against child labor
   c) By making toys
   d) By writing books

7. What did many people do when they heard Iqbal’s message?
   a) They ignored him
   b) They started their own factories
   c) They helped to stop child labor
   d) They sent him letters

8. What was Iqbal’s main wish for all children?
   a) To work in factories
   b) To go to school and play happily
   c) To travel the world
   d) To learn how to make carpets

9. How old was Iqbal when he died?
   a) 10 years old
   b) 12 years old
   c) 15 years old
   d) 20 years old

10. What is Iqbal Masih remembered for?
    a) His love of carpets
    b) His work in factories
    c) His brave fight for children’s rights
    d) His hobby of writing letters

    Answer Key

    1. b) 1983

    2. b) Pakistan

    3. b) Carpet factory

    4. c) He was forced to work

    5. c) Children should be free to learn and play

    6. b) By speaking up against child labor

    7. c) They helped to stop child labor

    8. b) To go to school and play happily

    9. b) 12 years old

    10. c) His brave fight for children’s rights