YMCA
Black History
Black History
What does YMCA stand for?
Young Men’s Christian Association
Who became the first Black president of the United States?
Barack Obama
What Black American artist is often called the “King of Pop” and is famous for his songs “Bad” and “Dirty Dianna”?
Michael Jackson
George Speck Crum invented an American food that is consumed daily, mostly with sandwiches. Some brands are Lays, Cheetos, Doritos, etc.
What did he invent?
Potato Chips
A Disney movie based in New Orleans, where a hard working lady meets a prince and go on a voodoo journey in the forest.
What is this movie?
Princess and the Frog
In 1853, Anthony Bowen organized the first YMCA for African Americans. What city did this take place?
A. Charolette, NC
B. Atlanta, GA
C. Washington D.C
D. Dallas, TX
C. Washington D.C
What 1990s sitcom follows a teenager from West Philadelphia?
Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
What was Whitney Houston’s greatest-selling hit?
A. I Wanna Dance with Somebody
B. I Have Nothing
C. I Will Always Love You
C. I Will Always Love You
Garret Morgan invented a device used daily on the roadways to safely cross crossroads.
What did he invent?
Traffic/Street Lights
A Marvel movie based in Wakanda, telling the story of how a prince that becomes King and has to fight for his kingdom/throne.
What is this movie?
Black Panther
Who was the first African American secretary employed by YMCA?
A. Dwayne Johnson
B. George Crum
C. Maya Angelou
D. William Hunton
D. William Hunton
What movie features the famous line “Bye, Felicia”?
Friday
How many NBA Championships does Michael Jordan have?
6
William A. Deitz a born slave, invented a clothing item we use daily to prevent harm to our feet.
What did he invent?
Shoes/Boots
This movie follows two detectives who have to camouflage themselves as rich twins in order to solve the case. "Perhaps a salad for the lady... Perhaps not!"
What movie is this?
White Chicks
The first YMCA in Atlanta was formed in 1894, what was the name of the YMCA?
A. Bulter Street YMCA
B. Martin Luther King Jr. YMCA
C. Booker T. Washington YMCA
D. First African YMCA
A. Butler Street YMCA
In the 90's sitcom Martin, name one of Martin's neighbors.
Sheineneh
Roscoe (snot nose)
Bruh Man
Jerome (is in the house)
What Year did Kentucky abolish Slavery?
A. 1892
B. 1883
C. 1799
D. 1865
D. 1865
In 1905, the first Black haircare product line was invented by an African American women. She later became the first African American Millionaire.
Who is this African American female Inventor/Millionaire?
Madam C.J. Walker
Who played the lead role in the movie Malcolm X?
Denzel Washington
The first YMCA Black Achievers was organized by Quentin Mease, in Texas. What city in Texas was it originated?
Houston, Texas
Which singer headlined the Super Bowl LVII (2023) halftime show?
Rihanna
How many World Series did Jackie Robinson win?
6
Paul E. William invented the first model of this aircraft, used for horizontal and vertical motion in the sky.
What did he invent?
Helicopter
This movie follows 3 Black women who work within different divisions of NASA, showing the inequality during that time of the first launch into space.
What movie is this?
Hidden Figures