Black History Inventions
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Black History Accomplishments
Black History Government
General
100
We drop packages and mail inside this 1891 invention?
The mailbox: Phillip Downing
100
Who was the first African American to play in Major League Baseball in 1947?
Jackie Robinson
100
Who was the first African American female to become a billionaire in 2004?
Oprah Winfrey
100
What ingredient did George Washington Carver make 300 foods with?
Peanuts
100
What is name of the main character in movie "Black Panther"?
T'Challa (Chadwick Boseman)
200
In your pocket is the 1988 invention that has connected the world.
digital cell phone: Jesse Eugene Russell
200
This African American, ex-basketball player has the most viral song of 2025? Name the Rapper and Song
Liangelo Ball "Tweaker"
200
What was the network of hiding places slaves used to escape to freedom?
The Underground Railroad
200
Who became the first black president of the United States?
President Barack Obama
200
What is the month of Black History Month?
February
300
This classic snack goes well with deli sandwiches and burgers.
Potato Chips: George Crum in 1841
300
This African American gymnast has dominated the Summer Olympics the last 8 years.
Simone Biles
300
Which 1990s TV Show starred Will Smith as a teenager from West Philadelphia?
The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air
300
What years did the first black president serve his first term?
2008 to 2012
300
Finish the end of this statement.
"God is Good!, ___ ____ ______"!
"All the time!!!
400
When riding in car you see these at every stop!!
Ready, set, GO!!!
Three Light Traffic Signal: Garrett Morgan, 1923
400
Which African American athlete was first known as Cassius Clay?
Muhammad Ali
400
She became the first Black and South Asian woman to run for President of the United States.
Kamala Harris
400
What African American scientist created the blood bank.
Dr. Charles Drew
400
In what decade did young African Americans start hip-hop music/rap?
The late 1970's
500
This invention helps us see in the dark, we are currently sitting under them. Thomas Edison normally is credited for this invention.
The Light Bulb: Lewis Latimer
The light bulb itself was perfected by Thomas Edison, but the innovation used to create longer-lasting light bulbs with a carbon filament came from African American inventor Lewis Latimer.
500
This NBA player was born in Akron, Ohio, aka "The King"
Lebron James
500
Name 3 black millionaires.
500
What does the acronym HBCU stand for?
Historically Black Colleges and Universities
500
After winning 5 Grammy's last week, this music artist will perform his hit song at the Super Bowl.
Artist name and song
Kendrick Lamar, "Not like Us"
600
This invention is the first version of the device that helps us keep thieves and bad guys away from our homes.
Video Home Security System: Marie Van Brittan Brown, 1969
600
Famous African American golfer, many consider him to be the the greatest of all time
Tiger Woods
600
The music star known as "The King of Pop"
Micheal Jackson
600
This holiday celebrated on June 15th, marks the end of slavery in the United States.
Juneteenth
600
What is the name of the first Black Greek fraternity for college students?
Alpha Phi Alpha