Athletes
This boxer, known for his lightning-fast footwork and unique style, used his platform to speak out against the Vietnam War and became a powerful voice for civil rights and justice.
Who is Muhammad Ali?
This '90s sitcom is based on a street-smart teenager from West Philadelphia who moves to live with his rich relatives in the Bel-Air neighborhood.
What is The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air?
This 2016 anthem by Beyoncé celebrates self-confidence, independence, and empowerment, and became a cultural movement with its message of Black pride and feminine strength.
What is Formation?
This 2018 film, directed by Ryan Coogler, introduced the fictional African nation of Wakanda and became a cultural phenomenon, grossing over $1 billion worldwide.
What is Black Panther?
This 2020 vice-presidential candidate made history as the first woman of South Asian and African descent to become Vice President of the United States.
Who is Kamala Harris?
This former NFL quarterback sparked a national conversation about racial injustice by kneeling during the national anthem before games in 2016.
Who is Colin Kaepernick?
This 2020 comedy-drama series, created by Issa Rae, follows the lives of two friends navigating relationships, careers, and self-discovery in Los Angeles.
What is Insecure?
This 2013 song by Kendrick Lamar is a bold declaration of self-worth and resilience, encouraging people to embrace their authenticity and power in the face of societal struggles.
What is Alright?
This 1988 classic comedy stars a famous director/actor as a prince from the fictional African country of Zamunda, who travels to New York City to find a wife who will love him for who he is, not his wealth.
What is Coming to America?
This 2018 movement, sparked by numerous allegations of sexual harassment, encouraged women to speak out about their experiences and demand accountability, with the hashtag going viral.
What is the #MeTooMovement?
Despite being barred for a positive drug test, this sprinter made history in 2021 by running the 100-meter race in 10.72 seconds, becoming the fastest woman in the U.S. and earning a spot at the Tokyo Olympics.
Who is Sha'Carri Richardson?
This 2021 series, starring Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross, follows the lives of a Black family living in a predominantly white neighborhood as they tackle contemporary issues.
What is Black-ish?
This 1985 song, written by Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie, featured a supergroup of artists and raised millions for humanitarian aid for Haiti, with its message of global unity and helping those in need.
What is We Are the World?
This 1988 film, directed by John Singleton, is considered a groundbreaking moment in Black cinema, addressing the challenges and beauty of Black womanhood, while starring Angela Bassett as Tina Turner.
What is What's Love Got To Do With It?
DAILY DOUBLE
In 1920, this movement marked the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, granting women the right to vote.
What is Women's Suffrage Movement?
This tennis player, known for her trailblazing career and advocacy for gender equality, used her platform to fight for equal pay and opportunities for women in sports, becoming an icon of social justice.
Who is Venus Williams?
This sitcom featured Dwayne Wayne and his romantic relationships while attending Hillman College in a fictionalized version of a HBCU.
What is A Different World?
This 1991 song by Tupac Shakur expresses empowerment for women and the need to uplift and respect Black women, particularly those who face adversity.
What is Keep Ya Head Up?
In this 1999 film,Taye Diggs stars as a writer whose successful book is being adapted into a movie, while his friends deal with their own romantic and personal lives.
What is Best Man?
This author and anthropologist, best known for her 1937 novel Their Eyes Were Watching God, became a central figure in the Harlem Renaissance and used her writing to explore Black identity and culture.
Who is Zora Neale Hurston?
This track and field icon, known for her speed and iconic one-legged racing suits, set world records in the 100-meter and 200-meter sprints in 1988, a feat that still stands today.
Who is Florence Griffith Joyner/Flo Jo?
This 2016 dramedy, created by Donald Glover, follows a college dropout who becomes the manager of his cousin’s burgeoning rap career while navigating the challenges of life in Atlanta.
What is Atlanta?
This 1973 hit by Bob Marley & The Wailers became a global anthem for peace, unity, and social justice, stating “don’t give up the fight”.
What is Get Up, Stand Up?
This 2022 movie tells the inspiring true story of the Williams sisters' rise to tennis stardom, focusing on their father, Richard Williams.
What is King Richard?
In 1960, the Greensboro sit-ins became a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights Movement when four Black college students sat at a segregated lunch counter, demanding service, leading to similar protests nationwide.
What is the Greensboro Sit-In?