Black Women Trailblazers
The African Continent
Black Leaders
The “B” in in black (all answers start with a capital B)
Black and Canadian
100

In 2021, Kamala Harris made history as the first woman and first person of African and South Asian descent to hold which position in the United States

What is the Vice President?

100

What is the largest desert in Africa?

What is the Sahara Desert?

100

Which South African anti-apartheid revolutionary and political leader became the country's first black president in 1994?

Who is Nelson Mandela?

100

What is the easternmost island in the Caribbean Sea and is known for its stunning beaches, vibrant culture, and friendly locals?

Where is Barbados?

100

Born Aubrey  Graham, this artist from Toronto rose to fame in the hip-hop scene under what moniker?

What is Drake?

200

Who is often referred to as the "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement" for her role in the Montgomery Bus Boycott?

Who is Rosa Parks?

200

What animal is known as the "king of the jungle" and is native to the African continent?

What is the Lion?

200

This iconic civil rights leader delivered the famous "I Have a Dream" speech during the 1963 March on Washington.

Who is Martin Luther King jr?

200

In 2009, shortly after taking office, this U.S. president was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to strengthen international diplomacy and cooperation. Who is he?

Who is Barack Obama?

200

Born Abel Makkonen Tesfaye, this artist from Toronto headline at the Superbowl in 2021. This artiste of Ethiopian descent rose to international fame under what stage name.

Who is the Weeknd?

300

This media mogul, actress, and philanthropist is best known for her influential talk show and her own television network.

Who is Oprah Winfrey?
300

Which West African country is known as the birthplace of the musical genre known as "Afrobeat," popularized by Fela Kuti?

What is Nigeria?

300

Author of the groundbreaking work "Capitalism and Slavery," he later became the Prime Minister of his country, implementing policies that shaped its economic trajectory. Who is this leader?

Who is Dr Erice Williams?

300

Widely regarded as the fastest man in the world, this Jamaican sprinter holds the world record in both the 100 meters and 200 meters. What is the last name of this sporting icon?

What is Bolt?

300

 Known for his speed and agility, this Canadian sprinter won three Olympic medals in the 100 meters and 200 meters at the 2016 Rio Olympics. Who is he?

Who is Andre Degrasse?

400

At the 2016 Rio Olympics, this American gymnast became the first African American woman to win the all-around gold medal in gymnastics.

Who is Simone Biles?

400

Who is the Nigerian author and Nobel Prize winner known for his novels, including "Things Fall Apart"?

Who is Chinua Achebe?

400

Serving as the seventh Secretary-General of the United Nations, this Ghanaian diplomat and Nobel Peace Prize laureate played a key role in various international initiatives. Who is this esteemed leader?

Who is Kofi Annan?

400

The highest number of black people within South American can be found in this Portuguese speaking country?

What is Brazil?

400

As a female record producer, this trailblazer has broken barriers in a traditionally male-dominated industry. This Toronto born producer worked with names such Rihanna, Drake, Travis Scott, Jay-z, Kanye etc. Who is she? 

Who is Wondagirl?

500

This athlete, often regarded as one of the greatest tennis players of all time, has won 23 Grand Slam singles titles

Who is Serena Williams?

500

Which island nation in the Indian Ocean is known for its lemurs and unique biodiversity?

Where is Madagascar?

500

Who was the Ghanaian politician and leader in the movement toward independence who became the first Prime Minister and President of Ghana?

Who is Kwame Nkrumah?

500

The flag of this African country features three horizontal stripes – green, yellow, and red. What country does this flag represent?

Where is Benin?

500

This Canadian woman, often called Canada's Rosa Parks, became a symbol of the fight against racial segregation for her stand in a Nova Scotia movie theater. Who is she?

Who is Viola Desmond