Who Am I?
In 1955 I sparked a movement that led to the end of segregation. My courageous act fueled the Civil Rights Movement and inspired Martin Luther King, Jr. to get involved. Along with MLK, Jr., she continues to inspire those who still fight for equality. Who am I?
Rosa Parks
Who said, 'I never run my train off the track and never lost a passenger'?
Harriet Tubman
What Supreme Court decision decreed that public schools should be integrated?
Brown v. Board of Education
In 1968 this President signed the Civil Rights Act, also known as the Fair Housing Act, providing equal housing opportunity regardless of race, religion or national origin.
President Johnson
She was the lead singer of "The Supremes" and was Motowns most successful African American girl group! famously known for her song "I'm coming out" & "Endless Love"
Diana Ross
I was the youngest player to be drafted by the NBA number 1 at the age of 18, I am the only player in NBA history to average at least 26 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists over their career. Who am I?
Lebron James
Who said "The time is always right to do what is right"?
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Which Supreme Court case decreed a slave was his master's property and African Americans were not citizens?
Dred Scott v. Sandford
What was the name of the organization founded by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.?
The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)
Who is ranked as the second best-selling female artist of the 21st century with record sales of over 37 million dollars?
Beyonce Knowles
Before I was celebrated for my poems and autobiographical texts like I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, I used to be a nightclub singer and dancer who toured Europe. Who am I?
Maya Angelou
Who said "Bringing the gifts that my ancestors gave, I am the dream and the hope of the slave. I rise I rise I rise."?
Maya Angelou
Which Supreme Court case stated that segregation was legal and constitutional as long as "facilities were equal"?
Plessy v. Ferguson
Who was known as the Nation of Islam's most effective minister until he broke from the group in 1964 and formed his own group, the Organization of Afro-American Unity?
Malcolm X
Jackie Robinson
I continue to make the news for my political stands. However, I broke the record for the most single-game rushing yards at 181 in 2013 and I played for the 49ers. Who am I?
Which famous athlete said "Hating people because of their color is wrong. And it doesn't matter which color does the hating. It's just plain wrong."?
Muhammad Ali
He is the only president who was born in Hawaii and the only president who was born outside of the contiguous 48 states.
Barack Obama
Who was the main leader of the civil rights movement in the United States during the 1950's and 1960's, and won the 1964 Nobel Peace Prize for leading nonviolent civil rights demonstrations?
Martin Luther King Jr.
This rapper was widely known for his lyrics of truth, Born known as Christopher George Latore Wallace but commonly known as ...
The Notorious B.I.G
My vast influence on the women in this country is remarkable and a testament to the strength and kindness of my character. I use my resources as a celebrity to enact positive change in communities worldwide, such as fostering literacy through my book club, building a school in Africa, encouraging others to perform good deeds, and campaigning tirelessly for Obama. Who am I?
Oprah Winfrey
Who said "I don't want a Black History Month. Black history is American history."?
Morgan Freeman
He was an Abolitionist leader born into slavery sometime around 1818. He became one of the most famous intellectuals of his time, advising presidents and lecturing to thousands on a range of causes, including women’s rights.
Frederick Douglass
Which racially motivated attack on a church caused the death of four girls in Alabama?
The Alabama Church Bombing
She performed at the inaugurations of three presidents, She was the first woman inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, that outta add some Respect to my name.
Aretha Franklin