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100


We drop packages and mail inside this 1891 invention?

The mailbox: Phillip Downing

100

Who was the first African American to play in Major League Baseball in 1947?

Jackie Robinson

100

Who was the first African American female to become a billionaire in 2004?

Oprah Winfrey


100

What ingredient did George Washington Carver make 300 foods with?

Peanuts

100

What is name of the main character in movie "Black Panther"?

T'Challa (Chadwick Boseman)

200

In your pocket is the 1988 invention that has connected the world.

digital cell phone: Jesse Eugene Russell


200

This African American, ex-basketball player has the most viral song of 2025?  Name the Rapper and Song

Liangelo Ball "Tweaker"

200

What was the network of hiding places slaves used to escape to freedom?

The Underground Railroad

200

Who became the first black president of the United States?

President Barack Obama


200

What is the month of Black History Month?

February

300

This classic snack goes well with deli sandwiches and burgers.

Potato Chips:  George Crum in 1841


300

This African American gymnast has dominated the Summer Olympics the last 8 years. 

Simone Biles 

300

Which 1990s TV Show starred Will Smith as a teenager from West Philadelphia?

The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air


300

What years did the first black president serve his first term? 

2008 to 2012

300

Finish the end of this statement.

"God is Good!, ___ ____ ______"!

"All the time!!!

400

When riding in car you see these at every stop!!

Ready, set, GO!!!

Three Light Traffic Signal: Garrett Morgan, 1923

400

Which African American athlete was first known as Cassius Clay?

Muhammad Ali

400

She became the first Black and South Asian woman to run for President of the United States.

Kamala Harris


400

What African American scientist created the blood bank.

Dr. Charles Drew

400

In what decade did young African Americans start hip-hop music/rap?

The late 1970's


500

This invention helps us see in the dark, we are currently sitting under them. Thomas Edison normally is credited for this invention. 

The Light Bulb: Lewis Latimer 

The light bulb itself was perfected by Thomas Edison, but the innovation used to create longer-lasting light bulbs with a carbon filament came from African American inventor Lewis Latimer.


500

This NBA player was born in Akron, Ohio, aka "The King"

Lebron James

500

Name 3 black millionaires. 


500

What does the acronym HBCU stand for?

Historically Black Colleges and Universities


500

After winning 5 Grammy's last week, this music artist will perform his hit song at the Super Bowl.

Artist name and song

Kendrick Lamar, "Not like Us"


600

This invention is the first version of the device that helps us keep thieves and bad guys away from our homes.

Video Home Security System: Marie Van Brittan Brown, 1969

 

600

Famous African American golfer, many consider him to be the the greatest of all time 

Tiger Woods

600

The music star known as "The King of Pop"

Micheal Jackson


600

This holiday celebrated on June 15th, marks the end of slavery in the United States.

Juneteenth


600

What is the name of the first Black Greek fraternity for college students?

Alpha Phi Alpha