Food
During the time of Jim Crow, this drink was highly consumed based off its accessibility and low prices.
What is sweet tea?
The symbol of protest and solidarity that has been used by many movements, including Black Power, anti-fascist, and anti-colonial movements.
What is the raised fist?
This slang expression was popularized by the Black LGBTQ+ community and spread to the mainstream in the early 2020s on social media platforms such as TikTok and Twitter. It is used to emphasize the finality of a statement.
What is "Periodt"?
What is the Cha-Cha Slide?
This hairstyle became a symbol of self-empowerment and activism in the 1960s.
What is the afro?
James Hemings, a formerly enslaved man who became America's first French-trained chef, is largely credited for bringing this cheesy dish to the US in the late 18th century.
What is Mac & Cheese?
Casual way to say "wassup" that is commonly used by Black men.
What is the head nod?
When someone is telling the truth, but it is so crazy, you can't believe it's true.
What is "I KNOW you lying!?
Elements of funk dance that influenced early hip-hop, developed in the 1970s.
What is Break dancing, Popping n locking?
This hairstyle was highly worn by enslaved people as a way to discreetly communicate escape routes and information for acts of rebellion and ways to stay connected to their African roots.
What are cornrows?
Common vegetable found in stews, gumbo, etc., also known as "lady fingers"
What is okra?
When a woman has her scarf/bonnet on in the house, this usually means...
What is she's getting ready to go to bed?
When someone says "Imma call you back" this really means...
What is enjoy the rest of the day/ they ain't calling back?
The first female self-made millionaire in America and trailblazer for Black haircare products.
Who is Madam CJ Walker?
This style of food originated from enslaved people's use of simple ingredients, and became heavily commercialized by Sylvia Woods, the "Queen of ...." who is well known for her restaurant Sylvia's in Harlem.
What is Soul Food?
A gentle pat to the head usually indicates...
What is "I just got my hair done and/or my head itches"
A phrase used when you don't wanna criticize someone or you feel like it's not your place to do so, so you just let them rock
What is "if you like it, I love it!"?
A fusion of African rhythms and Irish step dancing, evolving with performers like Bill "Bojangles" Robinson and the Nicholas Brothers.
What is Tap Dance?
What is the belief that certain curl patterns are superior to others, a result of European beauty standards?
What is texturism?
This former heavyweight boxing champion and Olympic gold medalist who helped popularize the grill and promised that the grill would make it easier to cook healthy food
It was a way for Black soldiers to show solidarity and support for each other in the face of racism and danger.
What is the dap?
What is "I'm not one of your little friends"?
A lively, energetic dance involving a partner emerging out of the 1920s Harlem Renaissance, later evolved into subtypes (e.g., the twist, jitterbug).
What is swing dance?
What is a head scarf?