Black Acronyms
Who Sang It?
"What's Poppin"?
For The Culture
Black History Year
100

When passing a fast food your mother might say: "DYHMDM?"

"Do You Have Mcdonald's Money?"

100

It was all a dream. I used to read Word Up magazine. Salt'n'Pepa and Heavy D up in the limousine.

Who is Biggie Smalls, a.k.a. Notorious B.I.G.?

100

A common expression which suggests black skin doesn't age or wrinkle

What is "Black Don't Crack"?

100

The process that typically involved using gel/___ control, water and a toothbrush to slick down baby-hairs.

What is Laying edges/Slaying edges?

100

This historical figure wouldn't give up her seat on the bus to a white.

Who is Rosa Parks?

200

"You're in the grocery store and you see your parents' friends they might say: "YLJLYD/ YLJLYM"

"You Look Just Like Your Dad/Mom"

200

What is the first verse of the Black National Anthem?

"Lift Every Voice and Sing"

200

This African American proverb is usually said when someone about to lie.

What is "See... what had happened was?"

200

A silk-like material worn around the head to give the appearance of "waves"

What is a Du-Rag?

200

Who was Huey from Boondocks named after?

Who is Huey P. Newton, the co-founder of the Black Panther Party ?

300

Someone is driving crazy on the interstate and they cut you off you might say: "TWYCIMUN"

"That's Why Your Car Is Messed Up Now"

300

Who Sang "You talking bands, girl, I got it
Benjamins all in my pocket
I traded in my Trues for some Robins"

Who is Fetty Wap?

300

Your momma is not one of these.

What is "One of your lil friends" or "Boo Boo the Fool"?

300

An annual awards show that takes places each year honoring black excellence in music, film, sports, and philanthropy 

What is the BET awards

300

Created special products for African-American hair, then became the first American self-made woman millionaire.

Who is Madame C.J Walker?

400

Before going in the store, your mom might tell you this: "DTNADAFN"

"Don't Touch Nothing And Don't Ask For Nothing"

400

I like my negro nose with Jackson Five nostrils. Earned all this money, but they never take the country out me. I got a hot sauce in my bag, swag.

Who is Beyonce/Queen Bey?

400

This threat is used by mothers usually when their authority is questioned. Don't forget she brought you into this world _______.

What is "I brought you into this world i can take you out!"?

400

A kickback, party, reunion. Any event that involves people "getting together".

What is "A function"?

400

She was the first African-American woman to go into space.

Who is Mae Jemison?

500

You see kids playing outside, you might say: "TGSGT"

"They're Gonna Sleep Good Tonight"

500

Next time you come my way, I'll know just what to say 

Can we talk for a minute? Girl, I want to know your name. Can we talk for a minute? Girl, I want to know your name.

Who is Tevin Campbell?

500

This word has a variety of meanings including: Okay, a wager, "its on sight", conversation over, etc.

What is "Bet"?

500

These are NOT what the name suggests, they are small, coiled buns secured against the side of the head.

What are Bantu Knots?

500
They were known as the first official African American unit in the Civil War

What was the 54th Massachusetts Regiment

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