Black History
This civil rights leader delivered the famous "I Have a Dream" speech in 1963.
This artist’s album "Lemonade" received critical acclaim and addressed themes of Black womanhood.
Who is Beyoncé?
This sitcom starred Will Smith as a teenager from Philadelphia sent to live with his wealthy relatives in Bel-Air.
What is The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air?
This classic beverage is a popular southern drink often flavored with lemon.
What is sweet tea?
This 2014 film, directed by Ava DuVernay, chronicles the 1965 voting rights marches from Selma to Montgomery led by Martin Luther King Jr.
What is Selma?
This woman refused to give up her seat on a Montgomery bus, sparking the Civil Rights Movement.
Who is Rosa Parks?
This artist is known as the "Queen of Soul."
Who is Aretha Franklin?
This TV show features an advertising executive named Dre and his family's humorous take on Black culture.
What is Black-ish?
This dish consists of black-eyed peas cooked with smoked meats and served with rice.
What is Hoppin’ John?
This 2017 film, directed by Jordan Peele, is a horror-thriller that explores themes of racism and societal tensions, and follows a young Black man visiting his white girlfriend’s family.
What is Get Out?
This amendment to the U.S. Constitution abolished slavery.
What is the 13th amendment?
This legendary guitarist and singer-songwriter was known for hits like "Purple Haze" and "Hey Joe."
Who is Jimi Hendrix?
This sitcom featured an African American family living in a Chicago housing project.
What is Good Times?
These small, fried cakes are typically made from cornmeal and served with fish or barbecue
What are hush puppies?
This 2001 romantic comedy, starring Taye Diggs and Sanaa Lathan, tells the story of two childhood friends who share a love for hip-hop and eventually fall in love with each other.
What is Brown Sugar?
This Black educator, author, and advisor to U.S. presidents was the founder of the Tuskegee Institute.
Who is Booker T. Washington?
This influential jazz musician was known for his trumpet playing and scat singing.
Who is Louis Armstrong?
This sitcom is about a successful African American OB-GYN raising his five children.
What is The Cosby Show?
This dessert is a staple at many Black family gatherings and is made with vanilla custard, bananas, and Nilla wafers.
What is banana pudding?
This 2013 film, directed by Steve McQueen, is based on the true story of Solomon Northup, a free Black man who was kidnapped and sold into slavery.
What is 12 Years a Slave?
She was the first African American woman elected to the U.S. Congress.
This singer is known as the "Empress of the Blues" and recorded classic songs like "Downhearted Blues."
Who is Bessie Smith?
This animated series features a Black family dealing with everyday life and cultural issues.
What is The Proud Family?
This hearty Southern dish is made by cooking diced pork, vegetables, and tomatoes into a thick stew, often served with cornbread.
What is Brunswick stew?
The voice of James Earl Jones as Mufasa made this movie a beloved classic.
What is The Lion King?