MUSIC
The “Queen of Soul”
Who is Aretha Franklin?
This annual celebration honors the historical and culture contributions of African Americans and takes place every February in the U.S...,Oh, and it's 100 years old!
What is Black History Month?
HBCU
What is Historically Black Colleges and Universities
This cuisine was developed by enslaved Africans using available ingredients and techniques, becoming a core part of Black culture.
What is Soul Food?
More than just slang, this rule‑governed language variety is deeply tied to Black identity, community, and cultural expression.
What is African-American Vernacular English (AAVE)?
This music genre originated in New Orleans combining African rhythms, blues, and brass band music
What is Jazz?
The cultural movement of the 1920s celebrated Black art, music, and literature in New York City?
What is the Harlem Renaissance?
N.A.A.C.P.
What is the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People
During slavery, this was one of the few vegetables African Americans were allowed to grow for their own families, often simmered in a pot with a rich broth known by this 2-word term.
What is "Pot Likker"?
This Creole language spoken by African Americans in coastal regions of South Carolina and Georgia, was heavily influenced by West and Central African language.
What is Gullah (or Geechee)?
As of 2025, this singer holds the record for both the most Grammy wins at 35 and the most nominated with 99
Who is Beyonce?
The Harlem Renaissance Poet who wrote, Mother to Son which includes the line, "Life Ain’t Been No Crystal Stair".
Who is Langston Hughes?
B.E.T.
What is Black Entertainment Television?
This dish is the cleaned, cooked small intestines of a pig and holds a significant cultural and historical position in African American heritage, directly linked to the period of enslavement in the United States
What are Chitlins or Chitterlings?
A verbal game of insult and boasting, is deeply rooted in African American culture, evolving from West African traditions and serving as a cultural outlet for creativity and resilience, especially during times of oppression.
What is "The Dozens"
A pioneering figure in gospel and spirituals, this conductor and composer led choirs that blended sacred music with contemporary American culture, influencing later genres like soul and R&B....born in Villa Rica, GA
Who is Thomas A. Dorsey?
First published in 1951, this weekly pocket sized magazine was known for its coverage of news, culture and entertainment, including a famous picture of Emmett Till.
What is Jet?
AABE
Association of African American Business Educators
Though some purist prefer from-scratch, many black families kick-up this sweet inexpensive boxed cornbread mix by adding sour cream or baking it in a cast iron skillet.
What is Jiffy Mix
A term that describes the practice of shifting between language varieties depending on social or professional settings?
What is Code Switching?
Finish this legendary James Brown lyric, "Say it Loud"
What is "I'm Black and I'm Proud"?
This is the Title to the Black National Anthem
What is Lift Every Voice and Sing?
SNCC
What is the Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee?
Originating in West Africa and influential in Gullah Geechee cooking, this ingredient is the foundation of dishes like red rice and jambalaya.
What is Carolina Gold rice?
This communication style is rooted in African oral traditions and involves interaction between speakers and listeners?
What is Call and Response?