JUNETEETH 101
On June 19, 1865, news of freedom was finally delivered to enslaved people in this State.
What is Texas
What Consitutional Amendment officially abolished slavery across the United States?
What is the 13th Amendment
This US President issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863
Who is Abraham Lincoln
This song, often referred to as the Black National Anthem, is commonly performed at Juneteenth events.
What is “Lift Every Voice and Sing”?
The general who arrived in Galveston, Texas to deliver the news of emancipation.
Who is General Gordon Granger?
Which war prompted the end of slavery in the US?
What is the Civil War
Juneteen occurred two years after this Document was signed.
What is the Emancipation Proclamation.
Describe at least one thing about the symbolism of the Juneteenth Flag:
The Star: Represents Texas, the "Lone Star State," where the last enslaved people were freed.
The Burst: Inspired by a nova, symbolizing a new beginning and the emergence of freedom.
The Arc: Represents a new horizon, symbolizing the opportunities and promise that lay ahead for Black Americans.
The Colors: Red, white, and blue reflect the American flag, reminding that enslaved people and their descendants were and are Americans.
What is the decree [executive order] freeing enslaved people in Texas
What is General Order No. 3?
This iconic speech begins with the words "I have a dream". What is the name of the speech and who wrote and delivered it?
What is the "I have a Dream" speech by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Red foods play a cental role in Juneteeth gatherings. Name at least three.
What is: red velvet cake; strawberry soda , Big Red soda ,or strawberry lemonade; watermelon; cherries, strawberries, hibiscus tea; kola nuts
Red foods symbolize the blood shed by enslaved ancestors and their perserverance.
The first Juneteenth Celebration was held during what year?
What is 1866
1863- Emancipation Proclamation [but wasn't enforced everywhere]
June 1865- General Granger arrived in Galveston Texas
Dec 1865- 13th Amendment Ratified- abolishing slavery
Give two other names or titles for Juneteenth?
What is:
1. Freedom day
2. Jubilee Day
This dish is often called "hoppin'John'.
What is: black-eyed peas
[representing luck and prosperity ]
Juneteenth officially became a U.S. federal holiday in this year.
What is 2021?
Juneteenth became the first new federal holiday since what other federal holiday was adopted in 1983?
What is Martin Luther King Jr Day?
How many states commemorate Juneteeth?
What is 50. All 50 U.S. states recognize Juneteenth in some form, either as a state holiday or a day of observance.
Foods at Juneteenth celebrations are associated with or symbolize what?
What is good luck and prosperity.
Juneteenth food traditions are a way to honor ancestors and celebrate the resilience of Black communities.