Famous African American Poets and Authors
Who wrote the Black National Anthem, "Lift Every Voice and Sing"?
James Weldon Johnson
Who was the first African American model to be featured on the cover of GQ magazine?
Tyra Banks
Which famous African American woman was the first woman to serve in the military? She was also the conductor of the Underground Railroad, helping free over 300 slaves during her 11-year career.
Harriet Tubman
Ketanji Brown Jackson was the first Black woman to serve as what?
Supreme Court Justice
Who was the first self-made millionaire in America, that made her fortune by selling hair care products?
Madam C.J. Walker
What was the poem written by Langston Hughes that in the 1920s that discussed the importance of holding onto one's dreams and aspirations?
"Dreams"
What famous African American model starred in the movie "Life-Size"; a movie about a doll that came to life?
Tyra Banks
Who is the dean of the Barack and Michelle Ninth Grade Center?
Ms. London
Who was the first woman of African American/Asian descent to become vice president of the United States in 2021?
Kamala Harris
What scientist created more than 300 new products from peanuts and made an ink out of sweet potatoes? He was also responsible for teaching soil cultivation techniques.
George Washington Carver
Can you recite the poem, "Dreams" by Langston Hughes?
Hold fast to dreams
For if dreams die
Life is a broken-winged bird
That cannot fly.
Hold fast to dreams
For when dreams go
Life is a barren field Frozen with snow.
What was the famous music and dance show hosted by TV presenter, Don Corneilius?
Soul Train
Who is the Associate Principal of the Barack and Michelle Obama Ninth Obama Ninth Grade Center?
Ms. Conway
In addition to being the first black female national security advisor, Condoleezza Rice was also the first black woman appointed to the government role of?
Secretary of State
What black inventor created the traffic light?
Garrett Morgan
Who wrote the famous poem, "Still I Rise", a poem about self-respect and confidence?
Maya Angelou
What is the line called when two groups from a line facing each other, when participants take turns dancing down the middle?
Soul Train line
Who is the current principal of the Barack and Michelle Ninth Grade Center?
Principal Russ
Who was the first Black American to serve on the Supreme Court, that fought to end segregation in schools?
Thurgood Marshall
Who created a way to store blood in the 1930s and helped create the blood banks that are responsible for saving a countless amount of lives?
Dr. Charles Richard Drew
Who was the first woman of African American descent to publish a book of poetry in the United States?
Phillis Wheatley
Who was the Black Heavy Weight Champion?
Jack Johnson
Who is the current superintendent of Lancaster ISD?
Dr. Perera
Who became the first Black president of the United States in 2008?
Former President Barack Obama
What Black inventor invented the Air Conditioner?
Frederick M. Jones