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Before becoming a leader and activist, Malcolm X had this first name.
What is Malcolm Little?
Black Muslim communities have often played a significant role in this movement advocating for civil rights and equality.
What is the Civil Rights Movement?
Malcolm X went on a very important trip to this holy city, which changed some of his views.
What is Mecca?
While adhering to halal dietary guidelines, Black Muslim cuisine often incorporates these traditional Southern vegetables.
What are collard and mustard greens?
This is the Arabic word for "God" in Islam, used by Black Muslims and Muslims worldwide.
Who is Allah?
"Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee,"
Who is Muhammad Ali?
The Emperor of Mali is widely considered the richest person in history, with estimates of his wealth ranging in the $400 billions.
Who is Mansa Musa?
This city in Illinois served as the long-time headquarters of the Nation of Islam.
What is Chicago?
This grain, often served with vegetables or meats, is a staple in many Black Muslim households, reflecting both cultural and dietary preferences.
What is rice?
This term describes food that is permissible under Islamic law, guiding the dietary choices of Black Muslims.
What is Halal?
Converting to Islam after marriage. This person was a sister of Michael Jackson.
Who is Janet Jackson?
The Nation of Islam, which had many Black followers, was started in this century.
What is 20th Century?
This country has the largest Black Muslim population in the world.
What is Nigeria?
This animal is slaughtered on Eid Al-Adha
What is goat?
The first African Muslim was a loyal Sahabah (companion) to the Prophet Muhammad and thus one of the earliest converts in the newly-emerging religion of Islam
Who is Bilal ibn Rabah al-Habashi?
The retired giant, who played for the Lakers.
Who is Shaquille O'Neal
this is the newspaper sold by Nation of Islam missionaries in communities.
What is The Final Call
The Moors originally came from the Northern region of this continent.
Where is Africa
This spice is a highly effective yellow dye.
What is turmeric?
Black Muslims (and all Muslims) should engage in this activity 5 (or more) times every day.
What is salah (prayer)?
An award-winning American actor known for his roles in House of Cards, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, and The Hunger Games. He's the first Muslim actor to win an Oscar.
Who is Mahershala Ali?
Ruled under Mansa Musa, this ancient kingdom was the first African-Muslim state.
What is the Kindom of Mali
This organization has been led by figures such as Malcolm X and Louis Farrakhan.
What is the Nation of Islam?
This spiced rice dish is traditionally prepared with goat meat and slow-cooked in a heavy pot known as a sufuria.
What is pilau?
Black Muslims (and all Muslims) should congregate on this day to listen to a sermon and pray.
Jumuah (Friday)