Black Math
Finish this phrase: "God is good..."
What is "All the time"?
This former slave achieved fame as a scientist, botanist and educator. He invented over 300 uses for peanuts and credited for the idea of crop rotation to improve soil health.
Who was George Washington Carver?
In 2001, this actress became the first woman of color to win the Oscar for 'Best Actress'. To this day, she is the only Black Woman to have won the award.
Who is Halle Berry?
This was a period of cultural and artistic expression by African Americans in a New York City neighborhood between the 1910s and the 1930s
What was the Harlem Renaissance?
This Los Angeles-based rapper performed at the 2025 Super Bowl in New Orleans.
Who is Kendrick Lamar?
Growing up, when you heard this on a Saturday/Sunday morning, you knew it was time to start cleaning.
What is gospel music?
This battalion was the largest group of Black servicewomen to serve overseas during WWII, working to manage the postal service for men and women fighting in the war.
Who were the 6888?
This 1974 Broadway musical reimagined the classic children's novel "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" and was later developed into a film starring Michael Jackson.
What is "The Wiz"?
This historical Texas event in 1865 marked the day when Union General Gordon Granger announced the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the state, now celebrated as a national holiday.
What is Juneteenth?
This actor made his directorial debut with the film Get Out, which became a cultural touchstone for its commentary on race in America.
Who is Jordan Peele?
As a kid, this was an indicator that it was time to stop playing outside and return home.
What are the street lights turning on?
Four years before Rosa Parks ignited the Montgomery Bus boycott, this woman refused to give up her bus seat to a white man while traveling from Fort Dix, NJ to Washington, NC in 1951.
Who is Sarah Keys?
This American singer and songwriter was the original artist for the song "Hound Dog" that was later made famous by Elvis Presley.
Who was Big Mama Thorton?
This influential New York-based activist was a co-founder of the Black Panther Party and worked tirelessly to combat police brutality, racism, and economic inequality
Who is Huey P. Newton?
This actress won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Precious and later starred in Empire as Cookie Lyon
Who is Taraji P. Henson?
A contemporary African American proverb, popularized by black mothers. Often said to re-establish boundaries between two parties.
HINT: INOOYLF
What is "I'm not one of your little friends".
This pioneering Black inventor created an improved version of the lightbulb filament, contributing to the development of modern electric lighting.
Who is Lewis Latimer?
In 2002, this renowned actress became the first African-American EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony) winner.
Who is Whoopi Goldberg?
This prominent African American leader, born in New York, became a major figure in the abolitionist movement. He delivered his famous “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?” speech in Rochester, New York, was deeply connected to the civil rights movement in Philadelphia, and spent time in Texas advocating for Black rights during Reconstruction.
Who is Frederick Douglass?
This iconic actor, known for his roles in The Pursuit of Happyness and Ali, became the first Black actor to win the Academy Award for Best Actor in over 15 years with his performance in King Richard.
Who is Will Smith?
When invited to a function, you ask this question before deciding to go or not.
What is 'Who all gonna be there"?
This engineer and entrepreneur's groundbreaking technology became the foundation for Atari, Nintendo and Saga.
Who is Jerry Lawson?
Known for his distinctive falsetto voice, this R&B singer became a major influence in the genre with hits like "Let's Stay Together" and "Tired of Being Alone."
Who is Al Green?
This philanthropist, civil rights leader, and founder of the Philadelphia branch of the NAACP helped organize protests against racial discrimination in the city and was instrumental in the creation of the first African American YMCA.
Who is Cecil B. Moore?
In 1997, this rapper won the Grammy for Best Rap Album, making her the first solo female artist to win the award.
Who is Lauryn Hill?