MOTOWN
Before Marvin Gaye became a solo star, he was a session drummer for Motown. Name one of the artists he played drums for.
Who is Stevie Wonder or The Miracles?
"WZUP"
She was the first African American woman commissioned as an officer in the Women’s Army Corps and led the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion during World War II.
Who is Charity Adams Earley?
This Caribbean island is known as the first independent Black republic in the world.
What is Haiti?
What two games do most black people play at family gatherings or black functions?
Spades and dominoes
This Motown artist was the first to negotiate full creative control of their music, leading to the landmark album What's Going On.
Who is Marvin Gaye?
Known for its dramatic storylines, this 2020s hit series is about a high school football star navigating life in South Central Los Angeles.
What is "All American"?
Which city and state was the home of "Black Wallstreet" until 1921?
Tulsa Oklahoma
This Harlem restaurant has been serving soul food since 1939.
What is Sylvia’s?
Timberland boots are the official shoe of what City?
New York
Berry Gordy initially worked in this industry before founding Motown Records in 1959.
What is the automotive industry (Ford Motor Company)?
Known for her stunning performances, this actress was the first Black woman to win an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series.
Who is Viola Davis?
Which African American athlete became the first in the NBA to sign a $200 million contract in 2020?
Giannis Antetokounmpo
This famous aviator was the first Black woman to earn a pilot’s license and traveled to France to do so.
Who is Bessie Coleman?
What is the most popular shoe in the black community?
Jordans / Air Jordans
Motown’s first-ever million-selling record was this Smokey Robinson and The Miracles hit from 1960
What is "Shop Around"?
In 2020, this actor and playwright became the youngest EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony) winner in history.
Who is John Legend?
What major American city has the highest percentage of black people?
Detroit, Michigan
Afropunk Fest, celebrating Black culture, music, and fashion, originated in this U.S. city.
What is Brooklyn?
What happens when you step on a crack?
You break your momma's back
Motown partnered with this influential hip-hop label, home to Migos, Cardi B, and Lil Baby, in the 2010s.
What is Quality Control Music?
Name the person and movie where the person said "Ain't nobody coming to see you Otis"
David Ruffin from "Temptations"
Who was the first black Cinderella?
Brandy
Respond to this statement: "Ma, can we go to McDonald's?"
"Do you got McDonold's money"
Who is the rap artist whose real name is Nayvadius Wilburn
Future
What former Motown star has the most Grammy wins in one night?
Michael Jackson (8)
This horror movie, directed by Jordan Peele, earned him an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay in 2018.
What is "Get Out"?
First Black Supreme Court Justice?
Thurgood Marshall
What does this mean: "You put your foot in this"
It means that the food is really good and you worked hard to ensure everyone liked your cooking.
What is the most popular breed of dog in the black community?
Pitbull or Yorkie
Motown artist Ne-Yo was behind this major 2006 hit, which became a defining song of modern R&B.
What is "So Sick"?
Who is Riley's brother?
Hint: Boondocks
Huey Freeman
What year was Juneteenth declared a federal holiday?
2021
What does this mean when your LEFT palm is itching?
You might have to pay money or experience a financial loss
(Right palm means you are coming into money)
Give me 3 names for "money" in the black community?
Cheese, Dough, Paper, Chicken, Gwap, Cabbage, Loot, Bacon, Chips, Coin, Bank, Moolah, Green, Chips, Ones, Benjamin's, Cheddar