History & Culture
This is Maya Angelou’s first body of work
What is, "I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings."
This actress starred as Annalise Keating in How to Get Away With Murder
This food, also known as cowpeas, are considered a symbol of good luck and prosperity in African American culture
What is black eyed peas?
This tennis player won the US Open in 2023
Who is Coco Gauff?
This is the name of the landmark Supreme Court case that ruled segregation in public schools unconstitutional
What is Brown v. Board of Education?
This activist worked to overturn segregation at the University of Mississippi after Brown v. Board ruled public school segregation was unconstitutional.
Who is Medgar Evers?
This actor played Coach Carter in the 2005 film
Who is Samuel L. Jackson
This food is a vibrant one-pot dish that originated in Louisiana. It combines African, French, and Spanish culinary techniques and typically includes a mixture of meats, vegetables, and rice cooked with flavorful spices
What is Jambalaya?
This track star was crowned women’s 100m champion at track worlds in championship records at 10.65 in 2023
Who is Sha'Carri Richardson?
This is the name of Beyonce’s favorite place to get fried chicken when she visits Houston
What is Frenchy's?
This TV presenter created and hosted Soul Train
Who is Don Cornelius?
This was the name of Beyonce’s first solo album
What is Dangerously in Love?
This shortbread is served with butter, jam, or jelly. It is used to “sop” up liquids from a dish.
What is a biscuit?
Shaquille O’Neal finished his basketball career with this team
What is the Boston Celtics?
This was the goal of the Freedom Riders during the Civil Rights Movement
What is to challenge segregation on interstate buses and in bus terminals
This model became the first African American person to be featured on the cover of GQ magazine
Who is Tyra Banks?
This singer is remembered as the ‘queen of jazz’
Who is Ella Fitzgerald?
This cuisine is a traditional Southern cuisine that originated during the time of slavery. It is known for its rich flavors, hearty ingredients, and cultural significance within the African American community
What is Soul Food?
This professional boxer was an activist, philanthropist, and entertainer.
Who is Muhammad Ali?
Name every household member in the Fresh Prince House
Will, Ashley, Carlton, Hilary, Aunt Viv, Uncle Phil, Jeffrey, Nicky
This person is the first Black woman to serve as a US Supreme Court justice
Who is Kentaji Brown?
This African American film maker is best known for her films and TV shows that explore experiences of African Americans, including Jim Crow-era racism, the civil rights movement, racial inequities of mass incarceration, and the history of hip-hop music
This type of food involves slow-cooking meats over open flames or in smokers, resulting in tender and flavorful dishes loved by many
What is Barbecue (BBQ)?
This 6’3 collegiate female basketball player, known as the Bayou Barbie, helped LSU win the championship in 2023
Who is Angel Reese?
Name Four additional characters played by Martin on his 90s TV show.
Otis, Shenehneh, Roscoe, Mama Payne, Jerome, Bob the Telemarketer, Dragon Fly Jones, Elroy Preston, King Beef)