Black Stars: From the Silver Screen to the Stadium
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Who's Who in Black History
100
Currently a member of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, this British-born Church member of African descent started his solo music career in 1999. His recent hit single "Crazy for You" has been played on the radio waves nation-wide. (Hint: He served his mission in the Eng. Bristol Mission and he's one of the only Black members of MoTab)
Who is Alex Boye?
100
This African country recently obtained a temple and an MTC.
What is Ghana?
100
A prominent black female vocalist who is currently touring the US? She has a choir of 60 LDS people (and our very own Antioni Parker is a member!)
Who is Gladys Knight?
100
We're going way back to Old School!! She was the only Black member of the Pop music group the Spice Girls.
Who is Scary Spice?
100
This author and poet's autobiography is entitled, "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings."
Who is Maya Angelou?
200
These are the names of the five brothers of Afro-Soul who took over Motown Records for themselves back in the 60's and 70's. Name ALL 5 of the Jackson 5.
Who are Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon, and Michael Jackson?
200
This West African country gained its independence from France on August 17, 1960. Since then, this French-speaking African Republic has been ruled by only three presidents! (Hint: this is the home to our very own Wilfred!)
What is Gabon?
200
The first African-American female to win an Oscar for best actress.
Who is Halle Berry?
200
Team contestant must enact this figure in Black History without any sounds. Only TEAM members can answer for points. If the team has failed to guess, the question can be passed to the next team.
Who is Dr. Martin Luther King?
200
In 1894, in Cambridge, MA. this notable scholar, writer, and philosopher became the first African-American male to receive a Ph.D. from Harvard University.
Who is W.E.B. Dubois?
300
Listen to the Music Clip. Name the artist.
Who is P-Sqaure?
300
In 1817, this colony was built in West Africa to transport free African-American to their ancestral homeland.
What is Liberia?
300
This athlete won four gold medals at the Berlin, Germany games in 1936. His record breaking speed on the track was left untouched for quite some time.
Who is Jesse Owens?
300
Team contestant must draw hints and pictures on the dry erase board provided that will allow team members to guess this figure in Black American History. You cannot use words or any names, whatsoever!
Who is Denzel Washington?
300
This author received the Pulitzer prize for his novel "Roots.", which was later made into a movie.
Who is Alex Haley?
400
Originally from Philly, Pennsylvania this quartet R&B muisc group is considered one of the most successful R&B male vocal groups of all time. They recorded five number 1 R&B successes between 1992 and 1997 and have sold more than 60 million albums.
Who is Boyz II Men?
400
This is the largest country in Africa.
What is Sudan?
400
Better known as Muhammad Ali, this ferocious and uncontested heavy-weight boxer was born with this name. What was Muhammad Ali's former name?
Who is Cassius Clay?
400
To gain points for your team, the contestant must demonstrate the dance that best flows with the music clip. (Listen for the Clip...'You're a Jerk' by New Boyz)
What is the JERK!?
400
First African-American named Joint Chief of Staff of US Military.
Who is General Colin Powell?
500
Ranked by Billboard magazine as one of the greatest musical trios of all time, they have had several #1 singles, including "Creep", "Waterfalls", "No Scrubs", and "Unpretty". As an R&B group they are the winners of four Grammy Awards.
Who is TLC?
500
The oldest human-like fossils were found in this East African country. (Hint: this country has never been occupied or ruled over by any foreign power).
What is Ethiopia?
500
This baseball player broke Babe Ruth's lifetime homerun record in 1974.
Who is Hank Aaron?
500
Team contestant must enact this figure in Black History without any sounds. Only TEAM members can answer for points. If the team has failed to guess, the question can be passed to the next team.
Who is Nelson Mandela?
500
As the current president of Ghana, this man is the first to become president from the New Patriotic Party of this African country.