Facts
When is black history month celebrated?
February
This person became the first African American to play Major League Baseball in 1947.
Jackie Robinson
True or False: The idea of Black History Month originated from the civil rights movement of the 1960s.
True
This is a famous music genre that originated in African American communities.
Hip Hop
What is Ms. Ameris' favorite color?
Pink
What is the Black Lives Matter movement?
The Black Lives Matter movement is a worldwide group that works to stop unfair treatment of Black people, fight against police violence, and make sure Black lives are respected and treated fairly.
This person was a brave leader who helped enslaved people escape to freedom through the Underground Railroad, a secret network of safe houses.
Harriet Tubman
True or False: Black history is only from 1900 to 1981
False! Black history is happening every day.
Which famous basketball player won six NBA championships with the Chicago Bulls?
Michael Jordan
How tall is Ms. Ameris?
5'1
Who is Kamala Harris? Why is she important to black history?
She is the former Vice President of the United States. She is important to black history because she is the first Black woman to become vice president and run for President.
This person is known for his "I Have a Dream" speech, where he called for equality and justice for all people.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
True or False: Juneteenth is celebrated on June 19th
True
This Famous Singer was a member of the girls group Destiny's Child before becoming a solo artist.
Beyonce
How many tattoos does Ms. Ameris Have?
Zero
This was a secret network of safe places that helped African Americans escape slavery and get to freedom in the North
The Underground Railroad
This person is famous for refusing to give up her seat on a segregated bus in 1955, sparking the Civil Rights Movement.
Rosa Parks
True or False: Maya Angelou was a famous African American singer.
False. She was a famous poet and author.
Finish the lyric: "it's you, You're the one that gives your all, You're the one I can always call,
When I need you, make everything stop..."
finally, you put my love on top
True or False: Ms. Ameris Read 100 books in 2023
True
This is a type of cooking that comes from African American traditions, using ingredients like beans, cornbread, and greens, and is popular in the southern United States.
Soul Food
This person is the 44th president of the United States. They are also the first African American President.
Barack Obama
True or false: before the civil rights movement, schools, churches, water fountains, etc. were segregated.
True
This golfer, who turned professional in 1996, has won 15 major championships
Tiger Woods
What size shoe does Miss Ameris wear in kids or women's?
5 kids or 6.5 womens