African American First
I became the 44th president of the United States
Barak Obama
What male abolitionist said, "Without struggle, there is no progress."
Frederick Douglas
Who sings the song, "Single Ladies?"
Beyonce
Which female talk show host starred in The Color Purple? She had her own show?
Oprah Winfrey
Who refuse to surrender her seat ?
Rosa Parks
This singer is responsible for the song "Billy Jean"
Michael Jackson
This famous writer said, "The most common way people give up their power is by thinking the don't have any." Also the author of The Color Purple
Alice Walker
What group sings the song, "My Girl."
Temptations
Played the role of Tina Turner. Queen Mother of Wakanda.
Angela Bassett
Who wrote the book, "Instinct?"
Bishop TD Jakes
Who was the first African–American player to play on a major league baseball team?
Jackie Robinson
This American scientist who created different uses for the peanut said, "Where there is no vision, there is no hope."
George Washington Carver
Which famous group is Philip Bailey a member of?
Earth, Wind, and Fire
Played the iconic role of Ms. Jane Pittman
Cicely Tyson
Who wrote the bestselling memoir "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings"?
Maya Angelou
Who was the first African- American on a United States postage stamp?
Booker T. Washington
" For to be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others."
Nelson Mandela
Which famous rapper stars in the television show, "NCIS Los Angeles"?
LL Cool J
Starred in "Dream Girls," and currently has her own talk show.
Jennifer Hudson
Who did the famous speech- The Ballot or the Bullet
Malcolm X
Who was the first African American Nobel Peace Prize winner?
Ralph Bunche
This profound writer stated, " Those who say it can't be done are usually interrupted by others doing it." He also left the U.S to live with his partner in France.
James Baldwin
Name the inspirational gospel singer who performed at President Barak Obama's first presidential inauguration in 2009.
Aretha Franklin
Starred in the movie, " Not Easily Broken."
Taraji P. Henson
Who started Black History Month?
Carter G. Woodson