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Did you know?
100
This brave Nova Scotian woman stood up for her rights in a movie theatre in New Glasgow in 1946. Because of her courage, she is now the first Canadian woman to appear on our $10 bill. Who is she?
Viola Desmond
100
This point guard from Uniacke Square is recognized as the first Nova Scoita of African Descent to play in the NBA. He made his debut with the Milwaukee Bucks on January 13, 2022. He also played high school basketball at Prince Andrew High now known as Woodlawn High. Who is he?
Lindell Wigginton
100
The Grade 1's Ice Rink, displayed the CHL and their many contributions. They were credited for the slap shot and what other technique?
The Butterfly Goalie technique
100
Custio Clayton represented Canada in the Olympics in what year?
2012 
100
The famous actor and WWE star Dawyne "The Rock" Johnson has roots to Nova Scotia. His Father was a famous wrestler, hailed as one of the best tag team partners. What is his name?
Rocky Johnson
200
Elijiah McCoy invented a special cup that oiled train engines while they were moving. His invention was so good that people started asking for ...(a well known saying)
The Real Mccoy
200
A descendant of the Black Loyalists who founded Birchtown this speedy athlete won several medals including a silver at the 1978 commonwealth games.
Marjorie Turner Bailey
200
4/5 Murphy and 4 Beaton researched the 52 Historical ANS communities in Nova Scotia. Name 3.
The 52 Communities are :
200
Kirk Johnson is from what historical black community here in the HRM?
North Preston
200
Long before the NHL, there was an all-Black hockey league founded in Nova Scotia in 1895. What was it called?
The Coloured Hockey League of the Maritimes (CHL)
300
In 1987, Corrine Sparks made history in our province. She became the very first African Nova Scotian to be appointed as a what?
A Judge
300
This Hamilton Ontario Hockey Player just played in her 2nd Olympics for Women's Team Canada.
Sarah Nurse
300
5/6 Banfield and 6 Sneath created magazine covers that highlighted sports stars and how they influence their community positively. Name an African Canadian athlete and how they contributed to their community?
Any answer is correct.
300
How many times did Kirk Johnson win the World Heavyweight Championship?
5
300
Did you know who broke the colour barrier? He was from Fredericton, New Brunswick, and became the first Black player in the NHL in 1958. Who is he?
Willie O'Ree
400
First Black Member of Parliament in Canada, and later the first Black Lieutenant Governor of Ontario. Canada even has a dedicated day for him in January. Who is he?"
Lincoln Alexander
400
This Golden eye player for the PWHL played for Team Canada in this years Olympics.
Sophie Jaques
400
2 Oakey and 2/3 Greene created "Lockers" that highlighted facts about African Canadian Athletes. Can you name 3 items you saw and their meaning?
Any 3 answers will get points.
400
What was the name of the Gym Custio Clayton first started training at in Dartmouth?
City of Lakes Boxing Club
400
Did you know that in the late 1800s, a boxer from Halifax became the first black athlete to ever win a world championship in any sport? He is known as 'Little Chocolate.' Who was he?"
George Dixon
500
This inspiring woman became the first African Nova Scotian to serve as the Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia, the Queen's representative in our province. She visited many schools, perhaps even ours! Who is she?"
The Honourable Mayann Francis
500
This Halifax Native has made a huge career for herself in the world of women's basketball. She has represented Canada twice in the summer Olympics.
Shay Colley
500
The primaries amazing statue of this 4 time world champion speed skater highlights his amazing contributions to the sport. What is his name?
William Dandjinou
500
When did Custio say he started boxing?
9
500
Did you know this Halifax Hockey Player is credited for inventing the slap shot in 1906. Who is he?
Eddie Martin