Important Dates
How many years did the civil war last?
4
Which president issued the Emancipation Proclamation?
Abraham Lincoln
What is a common activity at Juneteenth festivals?
Parades, dancing, music, etc.
What two words does Juneteenth combine?
June and nineteenth
True or false: all enslaved people were freed instantly after the Emancipation Proclamation
False
What year did Juneteenth become a federal holiday?
2021
Who was the US president when Juneteenth became a national holiday?
Joe Biden
Which amendment abolished slavery?
13th
This word means to formally end something
Abolish
True or False: Juneteenth has always been celebrated on the same day.
False
What year did the Emancipation Proclamation go into effect?
1863
This famous abolitionist escaped slavery and became a famous speaker.
Frederick Douglas
What is the name of the city where the first Juneteenth took place?
Galveston, Texas
What is a proclamation?
An official announcement
What color of food and drinks is often shared at Juneteenth gatherings?
Red
What year did enslaved people in Texas finally learn they were free?
1865
Who was the general who surrendered the Confederacy, ending the Civil War?
General Robert E. Lee
What colors is the Pan-African flag?
Red, black, and green
This word means to be set free
Emancipation
How did enslaved people attempt to rebel?
They broke tools, escaped, and staged rebellions
What year was the 13th amendment ratified, officially abolishing slavery?
1865
Who was the Union general who announced freedom in Texas?
Gordon Granger
What colors are the Juneteenth flag?
Red, white, and blue
What is the act of continually working to achieve something, despite any hardship that makes doing so difficult?
Perseverance
Which two states abolished slavery during the American Revolution?
Vermont and Massachusetts