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CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT
BLACK HISTORY
HOLIDAYS & CELEBRA-TIONS
BOOKS OF THE BIBLE
THE COMMAND-MENTS
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Who is DR MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.?
THIS WELL-KNOWN CIVIL RIGHTS ACTIVIST IS THE FIRST AFRICAN AMERICAN TO BE HONORED WITH A MONUMENT LOCATED ON THE NATIONAL MALL IN WASHINGTON, D.C., DEDICATED OCTOBER 16, 2011
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WHO IS HARRIET TUBMAN?
This woman organized an “underground railroad” that helped over 75,000 slaves to escape to the North. Her nickname was “Moses”.
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WHAT IS MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY?
A holiday marking the birthday of famous civil rights leader, observed on the third Monday of January, and recognized as a Federal holiday.
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WHAT IS GENESIS?
This book of the Bible tells us about “beginnings” – how the world was created
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What is “Thou shall not Lie”
It is best to tell the truth.
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WHO IS RUBY BRIDGES?
THIS 6-YEAR OLD GIRL WAS THE FIRST AFRICAN AMERICAN CHILD TO ATTEND AN ALL-WHITE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA IN 1960. SHE HAD TO BE ACCOMOPAIED BY U.S. MARSHALLS (because of racial tension at the time
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WHO IS THURGOOD MARSHALL?
This man was appointed as the first African American Justice to the U.S. Supreme Court (the highest court in the United States).
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WHAT IS KWANZAA?
A week-long celebration from December 26th to January 1st, started by Maulana Karenga celebrating seven principles. On each of the seven days, one of the principles is celebrated.
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WHAT IS MALACHI?
Which is the last book of the Old Testament?
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What is “Thou shall Keep the Sabbath Holy”
During the creation, on the last day God did not work, He rested. Likewise people of faith set aside one day of the week in order to rest and worship God.
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WHO IS ROSA PARKS?
In 1955, the actions of this woman, from Montgomery, Alabama caused her to be sent to jail. This sparked a bus boycott that lasted over a year. In 1999, she was honored for her role in the Civil Rights Movement with the congressional Gold Medal – the highest civilian award given by Congress.
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WHAT IS THE 15TH AMENDMENT?
WHICH AMENDMENT GAVE AFRICAN AMERICANS THE RIGHT TO VOTE : THE 10TH, THE 13TH, OR THE 15TH?
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WHAT IS BLACK HISTORY MONTH?
A holiday that was extended from Carter Woodson's "Negro History Week". It became a month-long celebration, taking place in February, commemorating important people and events in the African American diaspora.
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WHAT IS THE BOOK OF REVELATIONS?
This book of the Bible speaks to the churches and reveals the second coming of Christ.
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What is “Thou shall not take the Lord's name in vain?”
God's name is to be used cautiously and rarely - that is - only when praying to Him or praising Him. Christians are to be particularly respectful of God particularly when using His name.
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WHO IS FANNIE LOU HAMER?
A voting rights activist and civil rights leader who was nearly beaten to death by police for her efforts to help African Americans register to vote. She expressed that she was "sick and tired of being sick and tired" of the system that exploited negroes in the South.
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WHAT IS BROWN VS BOARD OF EDUCATION?
In this landmark case in 1954, the Supreme Court Rules that segregation in public education is unconstitutional. It was Thurgood Marshall who led the school desegregation fight in this landmark case – and won! He was appointed as Justice of the U.S. Supreme a few years later
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WHAT IS JUNETEENTH?
It is the oldest known celebration signaling the ending of slavery. On June 19, 1865 Union soldiers at Galveston Texas brought news that the civil war had ended and that all slaves were to be freed.
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WHAT IS THE GOSPEL OF LUKE?
One of the four Gospels, is thought to be written by a physician . It is the only book in which the childhood of Jesus is recorded. It is also the only book in which we learn about how Jesus promised life in paradise to the thief who was dying on the cross (Luke 23:39-43)
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What is “Thou shall not steal”
Pirates and burglars beware!! This commandment suggests you should look for a new occupation!
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WHO IS DOROTHY HEIGHT
This woman was a civil rights and women’s rights activist who focused primarily on improving the circumstances and opportunities for African American women as president of the National Council of Negro Women.
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WHO IS CARTER WOODSON?
This African American historian educated himself as a youth and was the second African American to earn a Ph.D. from Harvard. He was known as the Father of Black History Week, which ultimately became Black History month.
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WHAT IS WATCH NIGHT?
On the eve of the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863, worshippers gathered in black churches to pray, give thanks, and wait for the stroke of midnight when all slaves would officially be free. This tradition, celebrated on New Year’s Eve, continues to this day in many black churches - observed with prayer, music and dance.
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What are Psalms, Proverbs, Philippians, Philemon
Name four books of the Bible that begin with the letter “P”.
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What is “Thou shall honor thy father and thy mother
This one is a favorite of parents everywhere, but good for the whole family and for a fulfilled life.