Black Excellence

Cultural Traditions

100

This holiday, celebrated from Dec. 26 to Jan. 1, honors African heritage and culture.

Kwanzaa

200

This protective hairstyle has deep African roots and includes styles like box braids and cornrows.

Braids

300

Juneteenth, now a federal holiday, marks the end of what?

Slavery in the United States

400

This annual awards show celebrates Black excellence in music, sports, and entertainment.

BET Awards

500

The red, black, and green flag, also called the Pan-African flag, represents unity and pride. Who created it?

Marcus Garvey

Influential Figures

100

He was the first Black president of the United States.

Barack Obama

200

This actor starred as King T’Challa in Black Panther.

Chadwick Boseman

300

She’s the first Black woman to be Vice President of the United States.

Kamala Harris

400

Known as the “Queen of Gospel,” she sang “Move On Up a Little Higher.”

Mahalia Jackson

500

She founded the National Council of Negro Women in 1935.

Mary McLeod Bethune

Music & Dance

100

The “King of Pop” known for the Moonwalk.

Michael Jackson

200

“Afrobeats” is a popular music genre from this continent.

Africa

300

This rapper’s song “Old Town Road” broke Billboard records in 2019.

Lil Naz X

400

This dance style, popular on TikTok, has roots in hip-hop culture and features moves like the “Woah.”

TikTok dances / hip-hop dance

500

Known as “Queen Bey,” she headlined Coachella 2018 with HBCU-inspired performances.

Beyoncé

Food & Culture

100

This leafy green vegetable is a staple in many African American soul food dishes.

Collard Greens

200

This sweet dessert is made from baked yams or sweet potatoes, often served at holidays.

Sweet Potato Pie

300

This Southern drink made with sweetened tea and fruit flavors is a staple at cookouts.

Sweet Tea

400

This popular dessert combines deep-fried dough and powdered sugar, often served at fairs.

Funnel Cake

500

A popular dish in Louisiana’s Creole and Cajun cooking, often made with rice, sausage, and seafood.

Jambalaya

Celebrations & Achievements

100

This 2018 Marvel movie was the first superhero film to be nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars.

Black Panther

200

This gymnast is the most decorated in history, with over 30 Olympic and World medals.

Simone Biles

300

This singer and businesswoman became the first Black woman to own a major cosmetics brand worth over $1 billion.

Rihanna (Fenty Beauty)

400

 This animated film featured the first Black superhero as the main character.

Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (Miles Morales)

500

This rapper and entrepreneur became the first hip-hop billionaire.

Jay-Z