Black History: Icons & Achievements
This abolitionist and former enslaved person became famous for leading the Underground Railroad
Harriet Tubman
This brave woman refused to give up her seat on a bus, sparking a movement against unfair rules. However, most people do not know that this was planned and she only resisted because MLK told her to in order to create conflict. The real woman who was first to refuse to give up her seat was a 17 year old, Black and pregnant girl who MLK didn't think should be the face of the movement.
Rosa Parks
This movement and hashtag kicked off after the wrongful murder of Trayvon Martin who would have turned 30 years old this month.
#BlackLivesMatter
Born and raised in Philadelphia, from South Philly to Strawberry Mansion, this rapper's gritty lyrics and powerful story have made him a leading voice in the city's hip-hop scene.
Answer: Who is Meek Mill?
This famous New York landmark was a gift from France.
The Statue of Liberty
A dynamic civil rights leader, he began his public career with the Nation of Islam before becoming a powerful advocate for Black empowerment.
Answer: Malcolm X
This influential fashion designer transformed streetwear and luxury fashion with his brand "Off White" before leading Louis Vuitton's menswear collection.
Who is Virgil Abloh
This phrase became popular after Black Panther as a way to express Black pride.
Wakanda Forever!
This energetic comedian and actor, known for his big personality. He is also referenced in the title of a J. Cole song from his KOD album.
Kevin Hart
Plants make their own food using sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide through this process.
photosynthesis
This scientist and inventor developed hundreds of uses for peanuts
(George Washington Carver)
In the 1960s, a group known for wearing black berets worked to protect Black communities and even started free breakfast programs for kids."
What is the Black Panther Party?
This viral challenge, originally created by Black creators, involved people freezing mid-action as the camera moved around them.
Mannequin Challenge
This Philadelphia 76ers superstar, known for his crossover moves and called 'The Answer,' became a basketball legend in Philly.
Allen Iverson
This planet is known as the Red Planet because of its reddish color."
Mars
The name and age of the first Black president (Within 2 years)
63 (Will accept 61-65)
This sports icon broke the modern color barrier in Major League Baseball when he started playing for the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1947, famously wearing number 42."
Jackie Robinson
At just 16 years old, this Barbadian singer rose to stardom with tracks with a non-American sound. Her husband is "Pretty Lord Flacko"
This star rose to fame from her interesting internet personality that is full of belly. She is also one of the newest members of Baddies.
Meatball
This American holiday, celebrated on July 4th, marks when the United States declared its freedom. It is also the name of a Will Smith movie.
Independence Day
This celebrated poet and author wrote I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings and became a symbol of strength and resilience.
Maya Angelou?
This enslaved man earned his nickname by mailing himself in a wooden crate from Virginia to the free states, securing his freedom in a truly inventive escape.
Henry "Box" Brown?
This boycott, sparked by Rosa Parks' arrest, lasted over a year and became a turning point in the fight against segregation
Montgomery Bus Boycott
This Philadelphia rapper’s stage name sounds like a friendly nickname, and he's known for his authentic lyrics and contributions to Philly's underground hip-hop scene. He also led the Eagles to the Superbowl Championship to the song "Blow the Whistle"
Gillie Da Kid
This is the largest ocean on Earth, covering more area than all the other oceans combined
What is the Pacific Ocean