Enertainers
This iconic black actress, known for her roles in "The Help" and "Hidden Figures," became the first black woman to win an Academy Award for Best Actress in over 75 years.
Who is: Viola Davis
Known as the "mother of the civil rights movement," this activist refused to give up her seat on a segregated bus in Montgomery, Alabama, sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott.
Who is Rosa Parks?
This YouTube personality and comedian gained widespread recognition for her comedic sketches and commentary, often tackling social issues with humor and wit. Most known for doing a viral challenge that went wrong
Who is GloZell Green?
This tennis superstar, often regarded as one of the greatest athletes of all time, has won 23 Grand Slam singles titles, the most by any player in the Open Era.
Who is Serena Williams?
This African American woman invented the first hair-straightening product and patented her design in 1905, paving the way for modern hair care treatments.
Who is Madam C.J. Walker?
This iconic singer, known as the "Queen of Soul," rose to prominence in the 1960s with hits like "Respect" and "Think."
Who is Aretha Franklin?
This civil rights activist and journalist is best known for refusing to give up her seat on a segregated bus in Montgomery, Alabama, nine months before Rosa Parks' similar protest.
Who is Claudette Colvin?
This social media influencer and entrepreneur, known for her beauty and lifestyle content, co-founded a successful cosmetics brand that emphasizes inclusivity and diversity.
Who is Jackie Aina?
This Olympic gold medalist and track and field athlete set a world record in the 100-meter dash at the 1988 Summer Olympics, becoming the fastest woman in the world.
Who is Florence Griffith Joyner (Flo-Jo)?
This mathematician, whose contributions to the NASA space program were crucial to the success of the first manned spaceflights, was the subject of the film "Hidden Figures."
Who is Katherine Johnson?
This actress and singer rose to fame on the Disney Channel before transitioning into a successful music career. She is also a model and actress on a hit HBO show.
Who is Zendaya?
This activist, journalist, and suffragist co-founded the National Association of Colored Women and was the first black woman to run for president of the United States.
Who is Ida B. Wells?
This British-Nigerian YouTuber rose to prominence with her comedic content and vlogs, amassing millions of subscribers with her infectious personality and relatable humor.
Who is Nella Rose?
This gymnast made history as the first African-American woman to win the Olympic all-around gold medal in gymnastics at the 2012 London Olympics.
Who is Gabby Douglas?
In 1887, Sarah Boone, an African American inventor, patented an improved design for this household item, making it more efficient for fixing clothes.
What is the ironing board?
What black woman was the first to win EGOT status?
Who is: Whoopi Goldburg
This activist and educator became the first Black woman to run for president of the United States in 1972 as a candidate for the People's Party.
Who is Shirley Chisholm?
What black woman broke the record for most liked post ever on Instagram in 2017?
Who is: Beyonce
This professional basketball player is a four-time Olympic gold medalist and is widely regarded as one of the greatest basketball players of all time.
Who is Lisa Leslie?
This trailblazing Black woman made history in 1992 by becoming the first African-American woman to travel to space aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour.
Who is Mae Carol Jemison?
This influential comedian, actress, and producer broke barriers as the first black woman to create, produce, and star in her own sitcom, which aired in the 1970s.
Who is: Moms Mabley
This activist and writer co-founded the Black Lives Matter movement in 2013, following the acquittal of George Zimmerman in the shooting death of Trayvon Martin.
Who is Alicia Garza?
What is the term Black people use for twitter content directly pertaining to them?
what is: Black Twitter
This boxer, known as the "G.W.O.A.T." (Greatest Woman of All Time), is the only boxer, male or female, to win world titles in eight different weight divisions.
Who is Claressa Shields?
FINAL JEOPARDY: Who is Enloe's first Black student body president?
Who is: Cenline Ganyo