Pop Culture
Who was the first hip-hop artist to become a billionaire?
Jay-Z
In what year did the Civil Rights Act pass in the United States?
1964
What is the capital of the United States?
Washington, D.C.
What planet is known as the "Red Planet"?
Mars
Who was the first African American president of the United States?
Barack Obama
This singer released the famous album "Songs in the Key of Life" in 1976
Stevie Wonder
Who was the 5th president of the United States?
James Monroe
Which continent is the Sahara Desert located in?
Africa
What gas do plants absorb from the atmosphere during photosynthesis?
Carbon Dioxide
What movement in the 20th century celebrated African American culture, particularly in Harlem?
The Harlem Renaissance
Who is the most recent "Best Rap Album" award winner at the Grammys
Doechii
What was the first HBCU established?
Cheyney University of Pennsylvania
This is the largest ocean in the world
Pacific Ocean
This scientist developed the theory of general relativity.
Albert Einstein
What historic court case ended segregation in schools?
Brown v. Board of Education
What is the name of Beyoncé's alter ego?
Sasha Fierce
What empire was ruled by Mansa Musa, one of the richest men in history?
The Mali Empire
What country has the most time zones?
France
What part of the cell is known as the "powerhouse"?
mitochondrion
This Black mathematician was portrayed in Hidden Figures
Katherine Johnson
Which celebrity has the longest joke based on their infamous line from wrestling? (Extra 100 points for the quote where the joke came from)
John Cena's invisible joke
"You can't see me"
When was the Black Panther Party Founded?
(Extra 100 points for location)
October 15th, 1966
Oakland, California
Mount Everest lies on the border of which two countries?
Nepal and China
What is the chemical symbol for silver?
Ag
She created “A Wrinkle in Time” and “Selma,” becoming a prominent Black female director.
Ava DuVernay