Black Excellence
He was the first Black president of the United States
Who is Barack Obama?
Many Black families eat this meal together every Sunday.
What is Sunday dinner?
This show featured Will Smith and aired in Bel-Air.
What is The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air?
Fried chicken is often served with this creamy side.
What is macaroni and cheese?
If someone says “I’m tired as all get out,” they mean they’re…
What is extremely tired?
She is known as the "Queen Bey."
Who is Beyoncé?
This celebration honors African heritage from Dec 26 to Jan 1.
What is Kwanzaa?
This show featured Lucille Ball and her antics, becoming one of the most beloved sitcoms of all time.
What is I Love Lucy?
This leafy green is cooked with smoked meat.
What are collard greens?
“Blessed and highly favored” is a way to say you’re feeling...
What is grateful / spiritually good?
He starred as the Black Panther in the Marvel movies.
Who is Chadwick Boseman?
This family member is often called the “rock” of the family.
Who is Grandma / Big Mama?
This pioneering Black actor starred in the film “A Raisin in the Sun” (1961), portraying a struggling father with big dreams.
Who is Sidney Poitier?
This sweet dessert is made from yams or sweet potatoes.
What is sweet potato pie or candied yams?
If something is “off the chain,” it means it’s:
What is amazing or really good?
She hosted a famous talk show and owns her own network.
Who is Oprah Winfrey?
What’s the name for a big cookout with family and friends?
What is a family reunion?
Before he became a household name, this comedian appeared on The Ed Sullivan Show in the late '50s and early '60s.
Who is Richard Pryor?
This crispy bread is a staple in Southern kitchens.
What is cornbread?
“That girl is fast” doesn’t mean she runs quickly — it means she’s being...
What is too grown / acting fresh?
He became famous for saying “I Have a Dream.”
Who is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.?
A “homegoing service” is another name for this.
What is a funeral?
Known for his smooth voice and swagger, this Rat Pack member also appeared on variety shows in the ‘60s.
Who is Sammy Davis Jr.?
This cold salad is made with elbow macaroni and mayo.
What is macaroni salad?
If someone is “talking out the side of their neck,” they are...
What is being disrespectful or lying?