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100

This elder in the family is often referred to as the "matriarch" and is known for keeping family traditions alive.

Who is a Grandmother

100

This genre, with roots in African American communities, blends blues, gospel, and jazz and became known for its emotional vocal style.

What is soul music?

100

This activist gave the famous “I Have a Dream” speech during the March on Washington in 1963.

Who is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.?

100

This sitcom followed a street-smart teen who moved from West Philadelphia to live with his wealthy relatives in Bel-Air.

What is The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air?

200

This model is often used to structure objectives with clear action verbs and includes components like audience, behavior, condition, and degree.

What is the ABCD model?

200

This 1960s Motown group is famous for hits like “My Girl” and "Ain't Too Proud to Beg."

Who are The Temptations?

200

This annual holiday celebrates African heritage, unity, and culture from December 26 to January 1.

What are learning goals?

200

This 1980s sitcom showcased the lives of an upper-middle-class Black family led by Cliff and Clair Huxtable.

What is The Cosby Show?

300

These are large, often annual, gatherings where extended family comes together to celebrate, eat, and share stories.

What is a Family Reunion 

300

Known as the “Queen of Soul,” she made hits like “Respect” and “Natural Woman.”

Who is Aretha Franklin?

300

She was the first Black woman elected Vice President of the United States.

Who is Kamala Harris?

300

This spin-off of The Cosby Show explored life at Hillman College, a historically Black university.  

What is a Different World? 

400

This phrase is often said to younger family members to remind them to show respect to their elders.

What is "Yes, ma’am/sir"?

400

This style of music, pioneered by artists like James Brown and Sly and the Family Stone, is known for its funky rhythms and danceable beats.  

What is funk? 

400

Known as the "Moses of her people," she led countless enslaved individuals to freedom using this secret network. 

What is the Underground Railroad

400

Known for its catchphrases like "You go, girl!" and "Damn, Gina!," this sitcom starred a Detroit DJ navigating love and friendships.

What is MARTIN?

500

This phrase, often said by a parent in jest but with a serious tone, reminds children who’s in charge.

What is "I brought you into this world, and I’ll take you out"?

500

This ballad, featured in The Bodyguard, is one of the best-selling singles of all time.

What is "I Will Always Love You"?

500

Her act of defiance led to this year-long protest that resulted in the desegregation of public buses.

Who is Rosa Parks?

500

This 1970s sitcom followed Florida and James Evans as they raised their three children in a Chicago housing project. 

What is GOOD TIMES?