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100

He delivered the iconic "I Have a Dream" speech during the 1963 March on Washington.

Who is Martin Luther King Jr.?

100

Known as the "Greatest of All Time," he won the world heavyweight boxing title three times.

Who is Muhammad Ali?

100

Directed by Ryan Coogler, this 2018 superhero film features the Marvel character T'Challa.

What is "Black Panther"?

100

The biggest Afrobeats song ever, featured a collaboration between Nigerian artist Rema and American singer Selena Gomez.

What is "Calm Down"?

100

This inventor, often called "the Peanut Man," found over 300 uses for peanuts, including dyes, plastics, and gasoline.

Who is George Washington Carver?

200

This renowned neurosurgeon became the first to successfully separate conjoined twins joined at the head in 1987 and later entered the political arena, even running for President in 2016.

Who is Ben Carson?

200

As of the end of the 2021 season, this British racing driver has won seven Formula One World Championships, tying with Michael Schumacher for the most titles.

Who is Lewis Hamilton?

200

She's a television titan, philanthropist, and actress, best known for her multi-decade-running talk show.

Who is Oprah Winfrey?

200

In 2017, this alternative R&B artist split from his relationship with Selena Gomez and dropped a new album.

Who is the Weeknd?

200

In 1980, this inventor and engineer patented the technology behind the caller ID and call waiting for telephones.

Who is Dr. Shirley Jackson?

300

This is the current creative director of Louis Vuitton.

Who is Pharrell Williams?

300

She won four Olympic gold medals and is widely regarded as one of the greatest gymnasts of all time.

Who is Simone Biles?

300

This rapper and entrepreneur is also the executive producer behind the TV series "Power" and "BMF."

Who is 50 Cent?

300

This Jamaican singer and songwriter is best known for popularizing reggae music worldwide with hits like "No Woman, No Cry."

Who is Bob Marley?

300

This black inventor developed and patented the automatic elevator doors in 1887, a crucial advancement for safety.

Who is Alexander Miles?

400

Her real name is 

Isis Naija Gaston

Who is Ice Spice?

400

This former NBA player set a record by scoring 100 points in a single game in 1962.

Who is Wilt Chamberlain?

400

This 2016 movie directed by Barry Jenkins won the Academy Award for Best Picture, telling a touching story about a young black man's struggle with his identity.

What is "Moonlight"?

400

He is consistently ranked as one of the greatest and most influential rappers of all time.

Who is Tupac?

400

Known as the "Father of the Traffic Signal," this inventor patented the three-position traffic signal in 1923, a precursor to today's modern traffic lights.

Who is Garrett Morgan?

500

Who is the recent person to win an EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, & Tony) ?

Who is Viola Davis?

500

Formed in 1920 by Rube Foster, this league was one of the first successful professional baseball leagues comprising predominantly African American players.

What is the Negro National League?

500

This anthology series, created by Charlie Brooker, delves into the darker and often dystopian sides of modern society and technological advancement.

What is "Black Mirror"?

500

This rapper donated $1 million to Chicago Public Schools in 2017.

Who is Chance the Rapper?

500

In 1891, she patented an improvement to the ironing board design, making it more efficient and user-friendly.

Who is Sarah Boone?