JUNETEENTH 101
IT'S THE LAW
LET FREEDOM RING
FOOD, MUSIC & TRADITIONS
100
On June 19, 1865, news of freedom was finally delivered to enslaved people in this State.
What is Texas?
100
This Consitutional Amendment officially abolished slavery across the United States.
What is the 13th Amendment?
100
This US President issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863.
Who is Abraham Lincoln?
100
This song, often referred to as the Black National Anthem, is commonly performed at Juneteenth events.
What is “Lift Every Voice and Sing”?
200
The general who arrived in Galveston, Texas to deliver the news of emancipation.
Who is General Gordon Granger?
200
This war prompted the end of slavery in the US.
What is the Civil War?
200
Juneteenth occurred two years after this document was signed.
What is the Emancipation Proclamation?
200
This art form, consisting of purposefully selected sequences of movement, is an essential part of Juneteenth celebrations intended to honor cultural roots and express collective joy.
What is Dance?
Traditional dancing; Stepping; hip-hop dance; line-dancing; gospel or liturgical dance; west African dance, etc.
Want to show us your moves... :)
300
Name at least one symbol of the Juneteenth Flag.
What is the Star? It represents Texas, the "Lone Star State," where the last enslaved people were freed.
What is the Burst? Inspired by a nova, it symbolizes a new beginning and the emergence of freedom.
What is the Arc? It represents a new horizon, symbolizing the opportunities and promise that lay ahead for Black Americans.
What are the Colors: Red, white, and blue? These colors reflect the American flag, reminding that enslaved people and their descendants were and are Americans.
300
This decree [executive order] freed enslaved people in Texas.
What is General Order No. 3?
300
This historic speech begins with the words "I have a dream". Name the title and author of the speech.
What is the "I have a Dream" speech by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.?
300
Red foods play a central role in Juneteenth gatherings. Name at least three.
What is/are...
Red beans & rice?
Red velvet cake?
Red beverages such as strawberry soda, Big Red soda, strawberry lemonade, or hibiscus tea?
Watermelon, cherries, strawberries, kola nuts?
Red foods symbolize the blood shed by enslaved ancestors and their perserverance.
400
The first Juneteenth Celebration was held during this 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
400
The year the state of Texas made Juneteenth an official holiday.
What is 1980?
400
Give another name or title for Juneteenth.
What is...
1. Freedom day?
Or
2. Jubilee Day?
400
This dish is often called "hoppin'John".
What are black-eyed peas?
[representing luck and prosperity ]
500
Juneteenth officially became a U.S. federal holiday in this year.
What is 2021?
500
Juneteenth became the first new federal holiday since this other federal holiday was adopted in 1983.
What is Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
500
The number of states that currently commemorate Juneteenth.
What is 50?
All 50 U.S. states recognize Juneteenth in some form, either as a state holiday or a day of observance.
500
Foods at Juneteenth celebrations are associated with or symbolize...
What are good luck and prosperity?
Juneteenth food traditions are a way to honor ancestors and celebrate the resilience of Black communities.