Sports & Athletes
This NFL quarterback became the face of social justice protests by kneeling during the national anthem.
Who is Colin Kaepernick?
The critically acclaimed novel “Waiting to Exhale”, which also became a motion picture, was written by which author?
Who is Terri McMillan?
This genre, originating in the African American community in the 1970s, combines rhythmic beats, rapping, and DJing. It later became a global phenomenon.
What is hip-hop?
She was famously criticized by Simon Cowell and has since gone on to star in film and host her own television show.
Who is Jennifer Hudson?
She was named Senior Vice President of Federal Affairs for Exelon in the Fall of 2024.
Who is Marie Sylla Dixon?
Who was the youngest prize fighter ever to win the heavyweight championship of the world?
Who is Mike Tyson?
This person was the creator and first TV show host for “Soul Train”.
Who is Don Cornelius?
Born in the 1970s, this music genre blends soul and rock and was made famous by artists like George Clinton and Sly and the Family Stone.
What is funk?
Born in Montgomery, Alabama, she is known for her roles in movies such as the Help, Hidden Figures and Ma.
Who is Octavia Spencer?
This Exelon Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary joined Exelon in 2023 and is a highly regarded policy maker in domestic and international energy sectors.
Who is Colette Honorable?
This NBA player used his platform to fight for civil rights, famously boycotting the 1967 All-Star Game to protest the Vietnam War.
Who is Kareem Abdul-Jabbar?
This artist; known mostly for her music; is a pop culture phenom, with ventures in modeling, a spokeswoman for L'Oreal and Pepsi and a film production company.
What is Young Famous and African?
This composer, singer, and pianist is often credited with creating the genre of "soul jazz," blending elements of jazz and gospel to create a unique sound.
Who is Ray Charles?
She is described by Quentin Tarantino as cinema’s first female action star.
Who is Pam Grier?
What is the home country of Sunny Elebua, Sr Vice President and Chief Strategy and Sustainability Officer at Exelon?
What is Nigeria?
This MLB pitcher was one of the founding members of the "Black Sportsmen's Association" and worked to help end racial discrimination in professional sports in the 1960s.
Who is Jim Brown?
This sketch show created anger translators for Barack and Michelle Obama.
What is Key & Peele?
This artist, signed to Death Row Records, is known for blending classic R&B vibes with modern influences, often compared to the sounds of legends like Marvin Gaye.
Who is October London?
A Hollywood star known for her graceful and glamorous style; she was once played by Halle Berry.
Who is Dorothy Dandridge?
What city is Calvin Butler, President and CEO of Exelon from?
What is St. Louis?
This Olympic sprinter became an international icon after his protests during the 1968 Mexico City Olympics, raising a fist in the Black Power salute.
Who is Jim Brown?
The number of instruments Prince played on his debut album.
What is 27?
This artist, known for his chart-topping hits like "Don't Think I Can't Love You" and "Love Like Crazy," is one of the best-selling Black country music artists of all time.
Who is Darius Rucker?
Who was the first African American Actor to win an Academy Award in a leading role.
Who is Sidney Poitier?
EAARA was formally known as...
What is EAAMA?