Princeton History
Princeton's first 9 presidents owned slaves. True or False?
True
In what years did the Harlem Renaissance happen?
During the 1920's
Martin Luther King Jr.
Who was a famous jazz trumpet player and sang "What a Wonderful World?"
Louis Armstrong
What famous Basketball player recently passed away?
Kobe Bryant
The _____ Jackson Community is known for African American residential district in north central Princeton
Witherspoon
Who was one of the most famous Jazz artists during this time period that sang "It don't mean a thing"
Duke Ellington
"We will respond with that timeless creed that sums up the spirit of a people: Yes, we can."
Barack Obama
Who was the African American King of Pop that had a great impact in music
Michael Jackson
Who was the first African American baseball player?
Jackie Robinson
Who is the famous African American who attended Rutgers and Columbia University and is known for being an athlete, singer, actor, and advocate for the civil rights of people around the world. (Hint: His house is currently being renovated to remember his legacy in Princeton)
Paul Robeson
What two great events happened during this time period?
WWI and the Great Depression
"You must never be fearful about what you are doing when it is right."
Rosa Parks
Who was the person to serve as world ambassador for reggae music?
Who was Muhammed Ali?
He was a professional boxer, activist, and philanthropist
What year was slavery abolished in Princeton?
1865
Langston Hughes
"Hold fast to your dreams, for without them life is a broken wigned bird that cannot fly."
Langston Hughes
who was the African American young prodigy and proved against all odds that he was capable of being successful despite his disability
Stevie Wonder
What was Tiger Woods known for?
He is regarded as one of the greatest golfers and athletes of all time
What year did Princeton University start accepting African American students?
1935
What was the Harlem Renaissance originally called?
The New Negro
"Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world."
Harriet Tubman
Who was the artist who went through having an abusive parent and say "Let's get it on"
Marvin Gaye
Who was the first African American professional football player
Charles Follis