Black Firsts & Politics
In 2008, this former U.S. senator from Illinois became the first Black president of the United States.
Who is Barack Obama?
Which singer released the hit song 'Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)' in 2008?
Who is Beyoncé?
In 2016, this Golden State Warriors guard became the first player in NBA history to win the league MVP award unanimously.
Who is Stephen Curry?
At many Black family gatherings, this bright red drink is simply called 'red,' regardless of its actual flavor.
What is Kool-Aid?
In 2021, this Howard University graduate became the first Black woman to serve as vice president of the United States.
Who is Kamala Harris?
Before becoming a global rap superstar, this Canadian artist played Jimmy Brooks on the teen drama Degrassi: The Next Generation.
Who is Drake?
This two-sport superstar played in the 1992 World Series with the Atlanta Braves and later won back-to-back Super Bowls with two different NFL franchises.
Who is Deion Sanders?
This classic card game can turn a peaceful family cookout into a heated debate over whether someone just reneged.
What is Spades?
In 1972, this Brooklyn congresswoman became the first Black woman to seek a major political party's presidential nomination.
Who is Shirley Chisholm?
In the 2018 Marvel blockbuster Black Panther, the fictional African nation of Wakanda possesses this rare, nearly indestructible metal that powers its advanced technology and the Black Panther's suit.
What is Vibranium?
During the 2024 Paris Olympics, this U.S. women's soccer star scored a dramatic extra-time goal against Japan to send Team USA to the semifinals. She also happens to be the daughter of a five-time NBA champion. ?
Who is Trinity Rodman?
In the classic sitcom Martin, this character was famous for the catchphrase 'You go, girl!' and her exaggerated walk.
Who is Sheneneh?
In 2013, the hashtag #BlackLivesMatter emerged following the acquittal of the man who fatally shot this 17-year-old Florida teenager.
Who is Trayvon Martin?
Which Black filmmaker directed the 2017 horror movie Get Out?
Who is Jordan Peele?
In 2018, this all-Black women's volleyball team went undefeated to win the USA Volleyball Open National Championship, a historic achievement featured in the 2026 documentary We Belong Here.
What is Team Dream?
This viral TikTok creator became famous for reviewing food in his car with his signature phrase, “God is good,” and helped turn a Las Vegas restaurant called 303 In the Cut into an overnight sensation.
Who is Keith Lee?
In 2022, this woman made history when she became the first Black woman to serve as a justice on the United States Supreme Court.
Who is Ketanji Brown Jackson?
In the 2026 biopic Michael, this actor makes his feature-film debut portraying his legendary uncle, the King of Pop.
Who is Jaafar Jackson?
In Game 7 of the 2021 Eastern Conference semifinals, Kevin Durant scored 48 points against this eventual NBA championship team, but his Brooklyn Nets lost in overtime.
Who are the Milwaukee Bucks?
This iconic song, released by Frankie Beverly and Maze in 1981 and covered by Beyoncé in 2019, has become a staple at Black family reunions, cookouts, and celebrations across generations.
What is "Before I let Go"?