Black Women Inventors
This African-American inventor revolutionized hair care for black women with her invention of the hot comb in the early 20th century, paving the way for modern hair straightening techniques.
Who is Madam CJ Walker?
Who is Harriet Tubman?
She was ranked No. 1 in the Women's Tennis Association
Who is Serena Williams?
Who identifies themself as the Queen of rap?
Who is Nicki Minaj?
Following the release of a popular Beyonce album in 2016, this protective hairstyle received its name and became popular.
What is Lemonade Braids?
Who invented the home security system in 1966, becoming the first African-American woman to receive a United States patent for her invention?
Who is Marie Van Brittan Brown?
"To bring about change, you must not be afraid to take the first step. We will fail when we fail to try"
Who is Rosa Parks?
First African American to win the all-around gold medal in gymnastics in 2012 Olympics.
Who is Gabby Douglas?
Who made a song that had people start yelling "Skee Yee"?
Who is Sexy Redd?
This natural hairstyle was popular in the 1960s and 1970s. No matter how big or small it features natural kinks and coils shaped and styled into a rounded shape.
What is an Afro?
Who developed the first computerized telephone switching system, patented in 1983, which laid the groundwork for modern telecommunication technology?
Who is Shirley Jackson?
"Think like a queen. A queen is not afraid to fail. Failure is another stepping stone to greatness"
Who is Oprah Winfrey?
She is currently an American Sprinter for track and field
Who is Sha'Carri Richardson?
What artist had the highest selling R&B album with songs such as "Body" and "Come Thru"?
Who is Summer Walker?
Braids for Black People hold a deep cultural and historical significance. What is one of the biggest reasons for braids historically?
What is Slaves would braid hair to communicate escape routes?
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What is Africans would braid their hair according to their tribe/status?
This African-American inventor patented an improved design for the ironing board in 1892, making ironing easier and more efficient for households around the world.
Who is Sarah Boone?
"There are still many causes worth sacrificing for, so much history yet to be made"
Who is Michelle Obama?
First woman to win four medals in track and field
Who is Florence Griffith Joyner?
What is the most looked up and streamed live performance?
What is Beyonce Homecoming?
She was the first black actress to wear her natural hair on TV she's also the first black actress to wear cornrows on TV?
Who is Cicely Tyson?
Who was the African-American woman behind the invention of the sanitary belt (menstrual pad holder) in 1956, providing women with a more comfortable and secure option for feminine hygiene?
Who is Mary Beatrice Davidson Kenner?
" Don't sit down and wait for the opportunities to come. Get up and make them."
Who is Madam C.J. Walker?
She is the 1986 World Champion figure skater
Who is Debi Thomas?
What SZA song became her first number 1 hit?
What is Kill Bill?
The women of the Basara tribe in Africa are accredited for the use of the Chebe powder as their secret to attaining healthy hair. What county are the Basara tribe from?
What is Chad?