Hip-Hop History
Which rapper coined the phrase “The Blueprint”?
Jay-Z
What does “pressed” mean in street slang?
Upset / bothered
What store is famous for selling loose cigarettes and snacks?
The corner store / bodega
Who directed Boyz n the Hood?
John Singleton
What does “keeping it a buck” mean?
Being honest
What year did Illmatic drop?
1994
If someone is “fronting,” what are they doing?
Lying or pretending
What flavor is the most argued-over Kool-Aid in the hood?
Red
What year did The Wire premiere?
2002
If someone says “don’t get caught lacking,” what’s the warning?
Stay alert / don’t be unprepared
Which label was founded by Master P?
No Limit Records
What does “pillow talking” mean?
Sharing secrets you shouldn’t
What snack is commonly dipped in nacho cheese?
Doritos
Who played Stringer Bell?
Idris Elba
What does “spinning the block” mean?
Coming back around an area
Who was the first solo female rapper to go platinum?
Lil’ Kim
If someone says “he moving funny,” what does that imply?
Acting suspicious
What meat is traditionally used in a chopped cheese?
Ground beef
In Snowfall, what is Franklin Saint’s mother’s name?
Cissy Saint
If someone is “solid,” what does that imply?
Loyal / trustworthy
Which producer was part of both N.W.A and later formed Beats by Dre?
Dr. Dre
What does “clocked his tea” mean?
Exposed or figured out the truth
What city is credited with popularizing the chopped cheese?
New York City
What movie featured the characters O-Dog and Caine?
Menace II Society
What does “charge it to the game” mean?
Accept the loss and move on