BLACK HISTORY 2014-ALL
When did Apartheid end?
1991
The Ethiopian Emperor, Amha Selassie I, died in what year while still in exile where?
1997 in the United States of America
Which Amendment prohibited discrimination to vote based on gender (sex)?
19th Amendment
US Constitution amendment prohibits requiring a poll tax or any other tax for the right to vote.
24th Amendment (1964)
The right of US citizens eighteen years or older to vote was guaranteed by which Amendment?
26th Amendment
They formed the first American Expeditionary Division in 1917, and nicknamed the "Blue Spader."
26th US Infantry Regiment
How many years did Nelson Mandela serve in a South African prison?
27 years
In the beginning of the slave trade, what was the average cost of a healthy male slave?
30 cents on the dollar
During the 19th century, how many states had laws prohibiting interracial marriage?
38
A part of the US Colored Troops, they served the Union during the civil war mainly in Virginia.
38th Infantry Regiment
Which rapper teamed up with Marc Ecko, the founder of Ecko Unlimited, to create a line of clothing & accessories?
50 Cent
Which swimming event did Anthony Ervin win a gold medal at the 2000 Summer Olympics?
50 meter freestyle (tie w/ Gary Hall, Jr.)
Anthony Ervin was the first African American swimmer to medal at the Olympics. In which events?
50m freestyle & 4x100m free relay
How many years was Eddie Robinson the head football coach at Grambling State University?
56 years
How long did the Watt's riots of 1965 last?
6 days, beginning on August 12, 1965 in L.A.
How many consecutive games did Connecticut women's basketball team win between 2008 and 2010?
90-consecutvie games
Nicknamed the "Blue Helmets," by the French during WWI during the second Battle of the Marne.
93rd Infantry
Name the Tennessee Williams play won the 2010 Laurence Olivier Award for Best Revival of a Play with all Black cast.
A Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
Phylicia Rashad, James Earl Jones, Terrence Howard, Giancarlo Esposito & Anika Noni Rose were in what 2009 play?
A Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
Carmen De Lavallade appeared in the 1957 Duke Ellington television production of what?
A Drum is a Woman
The first African-American play to be produced on Broadway?
A Raisin in the Sun
Denzel Washington played in what 1981 Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Charles Fuller?
A Soldier's Story
What legal document do inventors need to protect their inventions?
A patent
Why did Carter G. Woodson choose February as the month to celebrate Negro History Week?
A. Lincoln & F. Douglass (born in Feb)
Told the Senate Armed Service he would urge Blacks to resist the draft unless discrimination was banned?
A. Philip Randolph
Who founded the first major African American national union, the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters?
A. Philip Randolph
Who organized the first African-American trade union?
A. Philip Randolph
Who threatened President FDR with a march on Washington of 50,000 Blacks to protest unfair labor practices?
A. Philip Randolph
Name the founders of the Leadership Conference on Civil Rights (LCCR).
A. Phillip Randolph, Roy Wilkins, Arnold Aronson
Who invented the insect-destroyer gun in 1899?
A.C. Richard
Who invented the ice cream scoop?
A.L. Cralle (1897)
On February 5, 2011, the "Mother of the Jackson Civil Rights Movement" died, name her.
A.M.E. Logan
Who received a patent for a process of preparing coconut oil for domestic use & invented a biscuit cutter?
A.P. Asbourne
What accomplished singer and budding actress was killed in a plane crash August 25, 2001?
Aaliyah
In 1964, he was head of the Mississippi NAACP & co-founder of the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party.
Aaron Henry
Who is the creator and writer of the Cartoon Network's Boondocks?
Aaron McGruder
On August 24, 2009, who became the first African American Director of the Peace Corps?
Aaron S. Williams
What name was given to people who boldly spoke out or wrote against slavery?
Abolitionists
"Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing," by James Weldon Johnson, was meant to celebrate whose birthday?
Abraham Lincoln
The Ashmun Institute, est. in 1854, was renamed after the assassination of which US President?
Abraham Lincoln
What was Ethiopia's ancient name?
Abyssinia
Who was the first African-American Congressman from an eastern state?
Adam Clayton Powell
What is the capital city of Ethiopia?
Addis Ababa
She was the VP of Finance for St. Louis Rams, and in 2007 was named the CFO for Arizona Cardinals?
Adrian E. Bracy
Ronald A. Williams became President and Director of which healthcare giant in 2002?
Aetna Inc.
Dr. Molefi Asante is a leading scholar in which field of study?
African American & African Studies
What is the oldest Black religious denomination in the U.S.A.?
African Methodist Episcopal Church
On September 20, 2008, President Mbeki was forced to resign by the ANC. What is ANC?
African National Congress
Were Jim Crow laws passed before, during or after the Civil War?
After
Name the ex-soccer goalkeeper from Nigeria who helped the Rockets to NBA titles in 1994 & 1995.
Akeem Olajuwon
A HS basketball star from Prentiss, Miss., he's currently playing for the Utah Jazz.
Al Jefferson
This African American funny weatherman is on NBC's Today Show.
Al Roker
A writer, philosopher, educator, and patron of the arts. He is unofficially called the "Father of the Harlem Renaissance."
Alain Locke
The 1941 exhibition: "Afro-American Art on Both Continents," was organized by whom?
Alain Locke
Broderick Johnson is the co-founder and Co-CEO of which company that produce The Blind Side & Dolphin Tale?
Alcon Entertainment
Located in Lorman, MS, in 1871 it was the first Black Land Grant college under the Morrill Act of 1862.
Alcorn State University
Who invented the elevator 1887?
Alexander Miles (1867)
Ended legal segregation in public schools in south; 16 Miss schools had to immediately integrate.
Alexander v. Holmes Co Board of Education (1969)
The 1948 Summer Olympics in London, who was the first African American woman to win a gold medal?
Alice Coachman
Name the author who wrote "The Third Life of Grange Copeland," published in 1970.
Alice Walker
Name this essayist, poet, novelist, and social activist, who won the Pulitzer Prize in fiction for The Color Purple.
Alice Walker
What Black woman invented the heating furnace?
Alice Walker
They directed Menace II Society (1993), Dead Presidents (1995), American Pimp (1999), and From Hell (2001).
Allen & Albert Hughes
Despite his small size (6'0"), who won the NBA scoring title during the 1998-99, 2000-01, 01-02 and 04-05?
Allen Iverson
Selected by 76ers with the #1 pick in the 1996 NBA draft, who was named Rookie of the Year in 1996-97?
Allen Iverson
Name the first Black Republican US Representative from Florida since Josiah T. Walls in 1876.
Allen West
Who has won an Olympic silver medal two-times (200M) and in 2008 won a gold medal on the 4x400m?
Allison Felix
Who is the only woman ever to be a 3-time World Track Championship gold medalist in the 200m Dash?
Allison Felix
Name the first African American Greek-lettered sorority?
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
The first fraternity created for African Americans at Cornell University in 1906 was whom?
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity
Who was the first African-American tennis player to win a singles title at Wimbledon?
Althea Gibson
He led the first African-American modern dance company?
Alvin Ailey
Best known for his legal work over 30 years on the Ayers v. Fordice case in Mississippi.
Alvin Chambliss, Jr.
He was the former CEO of Sears Retail and President of Sears Holdings.
Alwyn Lewis
Tyra Banks created and hosted which UPN (now The CW) reality television show about the modeling industry?
America's Next Top Model
Who was crowned the last Emperor of Ethiopia in 1978 while in exile?
Amha Selassie I
Who is the editor-in-chief of Ebony magazine?
Amy DuBois Barnett
Who is the Brazilian mixed martial artist that became the UFC Middleweight Champion in 2006?
Anderson "The Spider" Silva
Who was the first African-American quarterback to win the Heisman Trophy in 1989?
Andre Ware
The railroad car coupler and the rotary engine were invented by whom?
Andrew Beard
Who was the first African American ambassador to the United Nations?
Andrew Young
In 2004, she won the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for her role in "Caroline or Change."
Anika Noni Rose
This actress & singer had major roles in the blockbuster films Dreamgirls, The Princess & the Frog & For Colored Girls.
Anika Noni Rose
Who is the voice for Tiana in the Disney movie The Princess and the Frog?
Anika Noni Rose
She was only the second Black woman licensed to practice Dentistry in New York State in 1923?
Anna Elizabeth "Bessie" Delany
Where is the United States Naval Academy located?
Annapolis, Maryland
At NASA's Research Center, who developed the computer codes used in solar, wind & other energy projects?
Annie Easley
Developed studies to determine life of storage batteries used in electric vehicles at NASA's Research Center?
Annie Easley
At the 2000 Olympics , who was the only Black swimmer on the silver medal 4x100m free relay team?
Anthony Ervin
Name the first African American to win an Olympic Gold medal in swimming.
Anthony Ervin
Who was the first African American to qualify for the USA Olympic Swimming Team?
Anthony Ervin (2000)
He has directed episodes of The Wire and Treme, but his first feature film was the 2012 action-drama Red Tails.
Anthony Hemingway
He is responsible for multi-platinum album for Mariah, Usher, TLC, OutKast, Pink, Kanye & Rihanna.
Antonio "L.A". Reid
Who is the Chairman and CEO of Epic Records?
Antonio "L.A". Reid
What system of government is an official policy of racial segregation formerly practiced in S. Africa?
Apartheid
In the early 20th century, what did Julian Francis Abele become famous for?
Architect (Philadelphia Museum of Art)
Who is the first female singer to earn five gold records, and is known as "The Queen of Soul?"
Aretha Franklin
This journalist received money for supporting the "No Child Left Behind" policy of President George W. Bush.
Armstrong Williams
This actor, comedian, hosted a syndicated late-night talk show from January 2, 1989 until May 27, 1994.
Arsenio Hall
Born in Richmond, VA, who was the first Black tennis player selected to the US Davis Cup team?
Arthur Ashe, Jr.
In 1963, who received a tennis scholarship to UCLA, and won the 1965 NCAA singles title?
Arthur Ashe, Jr.
In 1968, the S. African apartheid government denied him a visa, to keep him out of S. African Open?
Arthur Ashe, Jr.
Who is the only Black man to win single titles at Wimbledon, the US Open and the Australian Open?
Arthur Ashe, Jr.
Name the two Black men who have won a Grand Slam singles title.
Arthur Ashe, Jr. and Yannick Noah
Name the first African American Democratic congressman.
Arthur Mitchell
Who founded the Dance Theater of Harlem?
Arthur Mitchell
How did Bridget Mason, the first Black woman in Los Angeles to own property, earn her money?
As a mid-wife
Born in 1908, the son of Halie Selassie as the Crown Prince of Ethiopia. What's his birth name?
Asfa Wossen
The African stool is a symbol of unity and strength to this group?
Ashanti
Formed in 1854, to train Blacks for missionary work in Africa, it was renamed Lincoln University.
Ashmun Institute (Rev. Jehudi Ashmun)
This system granted licenses that permitted the direct shipment of Africans to specified destinations.
Asiento (or slave contract)
Name the first institution of higher education for Black women.
Atlanta Baptist Female Seminary
What was the first African-American University in the deep south?
Atlanta University
Name the record company where Sylvia Rhone became the 1st woman & Black to be Executive VP & Pres.
Atlantic's Eastwest Records
Where was Malcolm X killed in 1965?
Audubon Ballroom
When was Emperor Halie Selassie assassinated?
August 1975
Name the current play-by-play commentator for Fox Sports, Showtime, The Big Ten Network & EA Sports.
Augustus "Gus" Johnson, Jr.
John H. Burton was a well-known labor union representative for what important Detroit industry?
Automotive industry
In 1995, a 20-year old lawsuit ended on the desegregation of Mississippi's higher education system.
Ayers v. Fordice (1995)
An ex-model, Kimora Lee Simmons was the Creative Director of which fashion line?
Baby Phat
What were rows of wooden shacks called on the coast of Africa where captured Africans were kept?
Bacaroons (slave warehouse)
In 2008, he became the first African American President of the United States of America.
Barack Obama
Gave one of the keynote addresses at 2004 Democratic National Convention & was a US Senator.
Barack Obama (Illinois)
Name the first Black woman to deliver the keynote address at the Democratic National Convention.
Barbara Jordan
Name the first southern Black female elected to the U.S. House of Representatives.
Barbara Jordan
In 2008, he was sworn in as the 44th President of the United States of America.
Barrack Obama
This slugger was named MVP 7-times of MLB, and is currently ranked first on the all-time home-run list.
Barry Bonds
Wilbert Jordan, Jr. became the first African American athlete at Southern Miss in what sport?
Basketball
What was the only battle during World War II in which the US used integrated units?
Battle of the Bulge
Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis won a Grammy for which Yolanda Adams' song on Day By day album?
Be Blessed
Name the African American who lived from 1731 to 1806, and was an inventor and astronomer?
Benjamin Banneker
Which Black mathematician laid the blueprints for the District of Columbia, and the first almanac?
Benjamin Banneker
The first Black federal communications commission (FCC) member, a Baptist minister & and lawyer?
Benjamin L. Hooks
Who was the first African-American General in the Air Force?
Benjamin O. Davis, Jr. (1954)
Who was the first African-American General in the Army?
Benjamin O. Davis, Sr. (1940)
At end of Civil War, Joseph Davis sold his plantation & property to whom in 1866 for the sum of $300,000?
Benjamin T. Montgomery
In 1837, was sold to Joseph Davis (brother of Jefferson Davis), managed general store on Davis Bend plantation in Miss.
Benjamin T. Montgomery
The father of Isaiah Montgomery, they opened a general store together after the civil war in Mississippi.
Benjamin T. Montgomery
Who is the current President and CEO of the NAACP?
Benjamin Todd Jealous
Who was the first African American to walk in space?
Bernard Harris, Jr.
Name the journalist who became famous as the principal Washington anchor for Cable News Network (CNN).
Bernard Shaw
Who was the first African-American woman to obtain a flying license?
Bessie Coleman
Known as "The Empress of the Blues" she was the most popular female blues singer of 1920s & 30s.
Bessie Smith
She and her sister became famous at 101 and 103 years old with the book, "Having Our Say," by Amy Hill Hearth.
Bessie and Sadie Delany
What is the name of the widow of Malcolm X who died from severe burns?
Betty Shabazz
Who was the first African-American woman to appear on the cover of Vogue magazine in 1974?
Beverly Johnson
I Am...Sasha Fierce won this artist six Grammys in 2009.
Beyonce
In 2003, who won five Grammys for her solo album Dangerously in Love?
Beyonce
Name the singer/actress that started her own fashion house with her mother.
Beyonce Knowles
I.R. Johnson invented this in 1899?
Bicycle frame
Which famous comedian was co-owner of a car in the CART circuit driven by Willy T. Ribbs in 1990?
Bill Cosby
Nicknamed "Dusky Demon" for his techniques of "bulldogging." Who is he?
Bill Pickett
Who was the first African-American to coach in the NBA, and is author of the book Up for Glory?
Bill Russell
The Tony for Best Choreography for the Broadway play "Fela!" went to whom?
Bill T. Jones
Dubbed "Lady Day," with a soulful voice, she was one of the foremost blues singers in history
Billie Holliday
Where did the "wade-ins," ignited some of the bloodiest white rioting in Mississippi History occur?
Biloxi, Mississippi
Where did the first antidiscrimination lawsuit in the US occur?
Biloxi, Mississippi
Who founded the nondenominational Dallas-based church, The Potter's House?
Bishop T.D. Jakes
What law was passed to make it wrong to educate slaves?
Black Codes
This political party promoted a revolutionary agenda & represented equality, justice & freedom.
Black Panther Party
What does BUF mean?
Black United Front
A rookie with the Los Angeles Clippers, he won the 2011 Sprite Slam Dunk contest by jumping over a car.
Blake Griffin
Who was the first woman to lead an all male jazz band?
Blanche Calloway
Who was the first African-American to serve a full term in the U.S. Senate?
Blanche K. Bruce (Mississippi)
In 1945, Dr. Charles Drew invented these to help store blood?
Blood Plasma Bag
Did Michael Croslin invent the Medtech 410 to measure blood pressure, reflexes, or brain waves?
Blood pressure
This genre of music evolved shortly after slavery was abolished.
Blues
At the 1968 Summer Olympics in Mexico City, who set World & Olympic records in the long jump (29'2.5")?
Bob Beamon
Mike Powell broke the 23-year old long jump World Record (29'4.5") of whom?
Bob Beamon
Name the great St. Louis Cardinal's pitcher who helped lead his team to the 1968 World series.
Bob Gibson
Who is the only man to win a Super Bowl (Dallas-1972) and an Olympic gold medal (1964 in Tokyo)?
Bob Hayes
On March 24, 2011, who was selected President of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum?
Bob Kendrick
Name the first African American to reach the rank of Coast Guard captain.
Bobby Charles Wilks
Who was the first African American Coast Guard aviator?
Bobby Charles Wilks
Who was the first African American to command a Coast Guard air station?
Bobby Charles Wilks
Name two of the founders of the Black Panther Party.
Bobby Seale & Huey P. Newton
The 1981 film in which Jayne Kennedy won a NAACP Image Award written & starring her husband Leon Isaac Kennedy.
Body and Soul
The Google VP of US Sales responsible for strategy & sales finance, entertainment, automotive & travel industries.
Bonita C. Stewart
"We must reinforce argument with results." These are the famous words of whom?
Booker T. Washington
He was the founder of Tuskegee Institute (now known as Tuskegee University)?
Booker T. Washington
The first African-American on a U.S. postage stamp was whom?
Booker T. Washington
The first Black man invited to the White House by President Theodore Roosevelt was whom?
Booker T. Washington
Who founded the National Negro Business League?
Booker T. Washington
Who was the first African American to be featured on a U.S. coin?
Booker T. Washington
Who wrote Up From Slavery?
Booker T. Washington
During late 19th & early 20th centuries, they emerged as leaders in the struggle for civil rights.
Booker T. Washington & W.E. B. DuBois
Where did Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. get his doctorate?
Boston University (1955)
Name the movie in which John Singleton was nominated for an Oscar for Directing.
Boyz n the Hood
A former Olympian & World Cup champion, she assist First Lady, Michelle Obama, with childhood obesity.
Briana Scurry
She was the USA goalkeeper for championships at 1996 Olympics, 1999 World Cup & 2004 Olympics.
Briana Scurry
This producer was nominated for an Academy Award for the hit film "The Blind Side."
Broderick Johnson
Who is the co-founder and Co-CEO of Alcon Entertainment alongside his producing partner Andrew Kosove?
Broderick Johnson
Dan Bankhead was the first Black pitcher in Major League history, what team did he join?
Brooklyn Dodgers
What major league baseball team had its first Black player?
Brooklyn Dodgers
What was the name of the first established Black baseball team?
Brooklyn Excelsiors
Which US Supreme Court case declared racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional?
Brown v. The Board of Education (1954)
At the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics, who won the decathlon gold medal?
Bryan Clay
Who won the 2005 gold medal in the decathlon at the 2005 World Championships?
Bryan Clay
Who was the first African-American anchor of a television morning news show?
Bryant Gumbel
What term did the Indians give to the Black soldiers who served in the U.S. Calvary?
Buffalo Soldiers
What were the first African-American units commissioned in the U.S. Army?
Buffalo Soldiers
On Feb. 11, 1990, Mike Tyson lost his titles to 42-to-1 underdog know as whom by a TKO in round ten?
Buster Douglas
Name the players of the triple threat offense for Houston Comets that won 4-consecutive WNBA Championships.
C. Cooper, T. Thompson, S. Swoopes
The coach of the Rutgers women's basketball team was inducted into the 2009 Hall of Fame with MJ.
C. Vivian Stringer
Who is the first head coach in NCAA history to lead 3 different women's programs to the NCAA Final Four?
C. Vivian Stringer
In 1896, the shampoo headrest was invented by?
C.O. Barliff
This Bolton, Mississippi native, was the World Record holder in the 100 meter dash (9.93 sec) in 1983.
Calvin Smith
Who was first athlete to run under 10 sec (9.97) in the 100m & under 20 sec (19.99) in the 200m same day?
Calvin Smith
Who was the first Black quarterback in the SEC to win the Heisman Trophy in 2010 at which school?
Cam Newton (Auburn)
Dr. Louis T. Wright is famous for his research on what?
Cancer
Selected the #1 pick in the 2008 WNBA draft by the L.A. Sparks & won a gold medal in the 2008 Olympics.
Candace Parker
In 2006, who was the first woman to dunk a basketball in an NCAA game and which team?
Candace Parker (Tennessee)
Who was the first African American woman to fly a fighter jet in a combat mission during a major war?
Captain Christina Hopper
He was pilot of the United Airline Flight #93, which crashed in rural Pennsylvania on September 11, 2001?
Captain Leroy Homer
Name the first commissioned Black officer of the U.S Government & first to command a U.S. warship.
Captain Mike Healy
In 1896, who was the commander of the all Black Pea Island Life-Saving station crew?
Captain Richard Etheridge
Who on January 1, 1968, became the first African-American mayor of a major U.S. city?
Carl Stokes (Cleveland, OH)
Who was the noted journalist who headed the U.S. Information Agency in 1964 and 1965?
Carl T. Rowan
In 2009, this Harvard business graduate became the new head of Emerging Manager Program at Morgan Stanley.
Carla Harris
Appointed to US District Court for the Southern District of Miss., he was sworn in on Dec. 30, 2010.
Carlton W. Reeves
In 1954, who made her Broadway debut partnered with Alvin Ailey in Truman Capote's House of Flowers?
Carmen De Lavallade
This prima ballerina from New Orleans received a scholarship to study dance with Lester Horton Dance Theater in 1949.
Carmen De Lavallade
Name the first African-American woman U.S. Senator.
Carol Mosley-Braun (Illinois)
Who was the first head coach and general manager in the history of the WNBA's Orlando Miracle?
Carolyn Peck
Known as the "Father of Modern Black History," who launched Negro History Week in 1926?
Carter G. Woodson
As an amateur, who won a gold medal in the light heavyweight division at 1960 Summer Olympics in Rome?
Cassius Clay, Jr. (a.k.a. Ali)
In 2004, who was named Senior VP and Chief Financial Officer of Federal Express (FedEx) Corporation?
Cathy D. Ross
Dr. Ernest Everett Just conducted research in cytology. Did he study cell, nerves or circulation?
Cells
Most of us enjoy the convenience of this device created by Henry T. Sampson in 1971?
Cellular car telephone
Name the school that was the first site of forced school desegregation during the civil rights era.
Central HS (Little Rock, Arkansas)
This flamboyant wide receiver, changed his name from Chad Johnson to his jersey number in Spanish.
Chad Ochocinco
In 1897, T. Elkin invented this device?
Chamber commode
A star of the Tennessee Lady Vols, who lead them to women's NCAA 1st ever 3-peat in 1996, 1997 & 1998?
Chamique Holdsclaw
The #1 overall pick of the Washington Mystics in 1999 WNBA draft, who was named Rookie of the Year?
Chamique Holdsclaw
Who was the first African American woman to be an officer in the Woman's Army Air Corps?
Charity Edna Adams Earley
An All-Star & one of the most dominating power forwards in NBA history, "The Round Mound of Rebound."
Charles Barkley
He originated "Freedom School" proposal that became crucial part of 1964 Miss. Summer Project.
Charles E. Cobb, Jr.
He was President of the Oracle Corporation, a $9.5 billion software company until September 2010.
Charles E. Phillips, Jr.
In 1969, this republican civil rights leader became the first elected black mayor in Fayette, MS.
Charles Evers
Who was the first African-American playwright to win a Pulitzer Prize for drama?
Charles Gordon
He was the NAACP Litigation director who trained future Supreme Court justice, Thurgood Marshall
Charles Hamilton Houston
The Dean of Howard Law & NAACP Litigation Dir. who had a significant role in dismantling Jim Crow laws
Charles Hamilton Houston
Who was the first African-American lawyer to win a Supreme Court case for the NAACP?
Charles Hamilton Houston
He become the first principal of Philadelphia's Institute for Colored Youth, now Cheyney University?
Charles Reason
In 1832, at age 14, was an instructor at a NY school because of his mathematical ability.
Charles Reason
In 1954, Chief Justice Earl Warren selected whom as first Black page of the U.S. Supreme Court?
Charles V. Bush
The first African American graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy in 1963 was whom?
Charles V. Bush
In the 1970's, his smooth baritone voice was featured on 36 #1 hits on the Hot Country Songs charts.
Charley Pride
Who is the first and only African American to be inducted into the Grand Ole Opry?
Charley Pride
Influenced the creation of "bop" in the 1940s and was one of the greatest improvising soloists in jazz
Charlie Parker (a.k.a "Bird")
In 1952, which future country music legend pitched for the Memphis Red Sox of the Negro American League?
Charlie Pride
On June 5, 2008, which former Negro League baseball player was "drafted" by the Texas Rangers?
Charlie Pride
After eight-years as a defensive coordinator, who was hired as University of Louisville head football coach?
Charlie Strong
Robert Johnson became the first African American to be majority owner of which sports franchise?
Charlotte Bobcats (NBA)
Who is the featured young African American driver of Willy T. Ribbs Racing Team?
Chase Austin
After the civil war, organized baseball tried to ban Blacks, but in 1878 John W "Bud" Fowler played where?
Chelsea, Massachusetts
In 1978, who was the first Black to be a contestant in the Miss American pageant? What state?
Cheryl Brown (Iowa)
She was the best woman basketball player of all time. Lead USC to 2-NCAA Championships in 1983 & 1984.
Cheryl Miller
What is the original home of the Harlem Globetrotters?
Chicago
Which NBA teams did Michael Jordan play for during his career?
Chicago Bulls & Washington Wizards
What influential Black newspaper was founded by Robert S. Abbott?
Chicago Defender
Where is the DuSable Museum of African American History located, and when was it founded?
Chicago in 1961
Tim King is the founder and President of a network of all-male charter public HS called what?
Chicago's Urban Prep Academies
In 2009, she was named Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN).
Christina Norman
Who is the former President of Music Television (MTV)?
Christina Norman
Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of fame in 1988, and was known for the song "Maybellene."
Chuck Berry
In the 1950 NBA draft, who was the first African American selected by the Boston Celtics?
Chuck Cooper
Which R&B superstar signed on to be the new face of Rocawear?
Ciara
Where is the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center located?
Cincinnati, Ohio
Declared all persons born in US were citizens without regard to race, color or previous condition.
Civil Rights Act of 1866
Regardless of race, color or previous servitude, all are entitled to same treatment in public accommodations,
Civil Rights Act of 1875
This law gave everyone the right to vote & created a new division in Justice Dept. to monitor abuses.
Civil Rights Act of 1957
Federal judges could appoint referees on claims state election officials denied rights to register/vote.
Civil Rights Act of 1960
Enforced the constitutional right to vote & outlawed racial segregation in public accommodations
Civil Rights Act of 1964
It authorized US Att. General to file law suits to protect constitutional rights in public facilities & edu.
Civil Rights Act of 1964
These laws provide injunctive relief against discrimination in public accommodations.
Civil Rights Act of 1964
This legislation prevented discrimination in federally assisted programs; and created the EEOC.
Civil Rights Act of 1964
Which legislation conferred jurisdiction over district courts of the United States?
Civil Rights Act of 1964
This est. a way to study & address under representation of women/minorities in mgmt in workforce.
Civil Rights Act of 1991
This law expanded the scope of civil-rights legislation weakened by Supreme Court decisions.
Civil Rights Act of 1991
What war did Dr. Alexander T. Augusta serve as Surgeon to the U.S. Colored Troops?
Civil War
For promoting the Civil Rights Act of 1968, who was awarded the Spingarn Medal?
Clarence Mitchell
The CEO of Darden Restaurants (Red Lobster, Olive Garden, Bahama Breeze, & Smokey Bones BBQ & Grill).
Clarence Otis, Jr.
Who was the first African-American to head the US Civil Rights Commission?
Clarence Pendelton
What Supreme Court Justice did Anita Hill charge w/ sexual harassment during confirmation hearings?
Clarence Thomas
Who is the only African American currently serving on the U.S. Supreme Court?
Clarence Thomas
Appointed commissioner & chairman of Equal Employment Opportunity Commission by Pres. Reagan (1982).
Clarence Thompson
To whom did Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. write his "Letter from the Birmingham City Jail?"
Clergyman
Satchel Paige was a rookie in 1948 with what baseball team?
Cleveland Indians
Which team was the second team in MLB to have an African American on the roster?
Cleveland Indians (Larry Doby in 1947)
Born in 1933, I graduated cum laude from Harvard & attended Yale law; I was 1st Black Sec. of Army.
Clifford Alexander
Pres. Johnson appointed him chairman of Equal Employment Opportunities Commission in 1965.
Clifford Alexander
In 1977, President Jimmy Carter appointed him to be Secretary of the Army.
Clifford Alexander, Jr.
This former Secretary of the Army & EEOC Chairman's daughter recited a poem at Pres. Obama's inauguration.
Clifford Alexander, Jr.
A forward, a 10x NBA All-Star, he won Olympic gold in 1992 & the 1995 NBA championship with Rockets.
Clyde Dexter
In 1959, who attempted several times to enroll at Miss. Southern College (now Southern Miss)?
Clyde Kennard
This army veteran tried to integrate Southern Miss in 1957, 1958, and 1959?
Clyde Kennard
In 1944, Yvonne Cumberbatch was one of five Black women to enlist in which military branch?
Coast Guard
This noted author of the book "Roots" was a member of which branch of service?
Coast Guard (Alex Haley)
What was the term used for a string of slaves connected by a forked branch or rope?
Coffle
Who is the first and only African American to serve as the Joint Chiefs of Staff from 1989-1993?
Colin Powell
Name the 2004 movies Jamie Foxx was nominated for an Oscar during the same year.
Collateral and Ray
In 2002, Pres. George W. Bush nominated him for Deputy Administrator of NASA, confirmed by US Senate.
Colonel Frederick D. Gregory
The period when most of Africa was under control of the Europeans is called what?
Colonization
The United States Air Force Academy is located where?
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Name Carmen De Lavallade's signature solo, which she performed to a black spiritual.
Come Sunday
Name the first Black & first woman National Security Advisor appointed by Pres. George W. Bush.
Condoleezza Rice
Who was the first African American female U.S. Secretary of State from 2005-09?
Condoleezza Rice
A native of Huntsville, Alabama, in 1972, he became the first Black quarterback in the SEC with Tennessee.
Condredge Holloway, Jr.
After its independence in 1960, the Belgian Congo was named Zaire. What is its current name?
Congo
In what part of Africa did George Washington Williams fight for better working conditions?
Congo (Belgium colony)
What does the letters C.O.R.E mean?
Congress on Racial Equality
In 1964, who became the first African American woman elected to the New York State Senate?
Constance Baker Motley
Name the first Black woman to become a federal judge for US District Court (Southern NY).
Constance Baker Motley
Who was the first woman of any race to preach at Saint Paul's Cathedral in London?
Coretta Scott King
Known as "mealies," what food is a staple in much of southern Africa?
Corn
Percy Julian developed a synthetic form of what important hormone?
Cortisone
In 2006, who became the third African American mayor of Newark, New Jersey?
Cory Booker
During the Harlem Renaissance, Duke Ellington's orchestra was on national radio at this club.
Cotton Club
Formed in Mississippi in 1962 to coordinate and unit voter registration & other civil rights activities.
Council of Federated Organizations (COFO)
Is Djibouti a country, city or citadel in Africa?
Country (bordered by Ethiopia and Somalia)
Who is the country rapper who is a member of MuzikMafia?
Cowboy Troy
This Pennsylvania native has a spot in history when he became the first Black AD in the ACC in 2001.
Craig Littlepage (University of Virginia)
Name the head men's basketball coach at Oregon State Univ. who is the older brother of Michelle Obama?
Craig Robinson
Name the chief executive officer of the World Changers Ministries?
Creflo Dollar
In 1770, who was the first colonial to be killed in the Boston Massacre?
Crispus Attucks
What is the name of the 1987 movie based on the life of Steven Biko played by Denzel Washington?
Cry Freedom
In 2008, who won a gold medal as a member of the 4x100m freestyle swim relay at the Olympics.
Cullen Jones
The first African American to win a gold medal in swimming as a member of the 4x100m free relay?
Cullen Jones
What research was Dr. Theodore Lawless known for in the 20th century?
Cures for several rare skin diseases
In 1889, which device was created by S.R. Scratton?
Curtain rod
A defensive standout with St. Louis Cardinal, who won 7 Golden Glove Awards from 1963 to 1969.
Curtis Charles Flood
Who was the first African American baseball player at the University of Southern Mississippi in 1980?
Curtis Washington
In 1997 & 1998, she was voted the WNBA's Most Valuable Player (MVP), as a member of Houston Comets.
Cynthia Cooper
In 2010, who was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame as the first WNBA player?
Cynthia Cooper
In 1944, five Black women enlisted in to SPARS (Semper Paratus, Always Ready), name two.
D. Winifred Byrd, Aileen Cooke
What was the first African-American owned company to have its own superhero comics?
DC Comics
Who won the first Grammy for best rap performance in 1989?
DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince
On Sep. 25, 1957, who organized the Little Rock 9 & helped to integrate Central HS in Little Rock.
Daisy Bates
Raised in Hattiesburg, Freedom workers lived w/ her; she did office work for CORE, SNCC & NAACP.
Daisy Harris Wade
Where is the bronze statue the Monument de la Renaissance Africaine located?
Dakar, Senegal
Born in London, England, who is considered the greatest decathlete of all time
Daley Thompson
In 1980 & 1984 Summer Olympics, this decathlete for Great Britain won the gold medals & set world records.
Daley Thompson
Name the former Athletics Director (AD) at The University of Georgia who was the first Black AD in the SEC.
Damon Evans
Who was the first African-American pitcher in major league baseball?
Dan Bankhead
At the Atlanta Summer Olympics in 1996, who the gold medal in the decathlon?
Dan O'Brien
In 1992, who set the World record in the decathlon with 8,891 points?
Dan O'Brien
One of the best decathletes of the 1990s, who won World Championships in 1991, 1993 & 1995?
Dan O'Brien
What is Queen Latifah's real name?
Dana Owens
What is the name of the first African-American ballet company to be permanently established?
Dance Theater of Harlem
Who was the first African American Four-Star General in the United States Air Force?
Daniel "Chappie" James, Jr.
Who was the first African-American Four-Star General in any branch of the military?
Daniel "Chappie" James, Jr.
In 1871, who was the first Black to hold a professional position at the Library of Congress?
Daniel Murray
He first gained fame as the lead singer and rhythm guitarist with the band Hootie & the Blowfish.
Darius Rucker
In 2009, who became the first African American to win the New Artist Award at the CMA?
Darius Rucker
What was the first movie to star an African-American actor?
Darktown Jubilee
He retired in 2009, as the Sr. VP & President of Ford Motor Company's Customer Service Division?
Darryl Hazel
From 1990-93, who was the first African-American mayor of New York City?
David Dinkins
Nicknamed "Big Papi," this 7-time All-Star holds the Red Sox single season record for home runs.
David Ortiz
This "Big" Boston Red Sox won the 2010 All-Star Home Run Derby?
David Ortiz
Nicknamed "The Admiral," this seven foot player was the other half of "The Twin Towers" with Tim Duncan.
David Robinson
His title is Vice Chancellor for Univ. Affairs & Athletics, General Counsel & Secretary of Vanderbilt Univ.
David Williams
Who is the first African American police chief in Hattiesburg?
David Wynn
Who is the founder of FUBU clothing line?
Daymond John
Name the first African American to perform on the Grand Ole Opry in 1927.
DeFord Bailey
A former NCAA track All-American at Cedarville University, he's the Executive Director of the NFLPA.
DeMaurice "De" Smith
Considered an outsider, he was selected as the new Executive Director of the NFLPA in 2009.
DeMaurice Smith
Who is the 1986 World Figure Skating Champion and won a bronze Olympic medal in 1988?
Debbie Thomas
On Jan. 14, 2011, she was sworn in as Chancery Court judge for District 1.
Deborah Gambrell Chambers
Who is the first African American elected official in Forrest County, Mississippi?
Deborah Gambrell Chambers
Name the American woman who impersonated a man in order to join the Army at end of Revolutionary War.
Deborah Sampson
Who was the first Black woman to be a guest host on NBC's The Tonight Show starring Johnny Carson in 1970.
Della Reese
The first public act performed by this sorority was in March 1913 at the Women's Suffrage March.
Delta Sigma Theta (1913)
In 2008, she became Nintendo's VP of Corporate Affairs, and resigned after less than two years there.
Denise Kaigler
The former corporate VP of Global Communications and talent relations for Reebok International was whom?
Denise Kaigler
A slave, who purchased his freedom & planned a slave rebellion in 1822 in Charleston, SC, but was executed.
Denmark Vesey
Who is the President of Aramark Education (Aramark Corp. provides food, nutrition, & services for 500 K-12)?
Dennis Maple
Who won the 2002 Oscar for Best Actor for his performance in the film Training Day?
Denzel Washington
Who won the 2010 Tony Award for Best Actor for his performances in August Wilson's "Fences?"
Denzel Washington
In 1948, what did President Harry Truman's Executive Order 9981 do?
Desegregated the military
Is the continent of Africa mostly desert and grassland or woods and rain forest?
Desert and Grassland
On August 10, 2010, who became the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Johnson Publishing company?
Desiree Rogers
In 2007, who became the first African American governor of Massachusetts?
Deval Patrick
In 1990, the Mystery Writers of America nominated this novel, written by Walter Mosley, best of Year.
Devil in a Blue Dress
Who was the first African-American golfer to belong to the PGA?
Dewey Brown
Who was the first African-American female to have a lead role in a television show?
Dianne Carroll
Together with Charlie Parker, he was a major figure in the development of bebop and modern jazz.
Dizzy Gillespie
Who was instrumental in founding of Afro-Cuban jazz?
Dizzy Gillespie
Broderick Johnson and Andrew Kosove produce which 2011 film about an amputee animal?
Dolphin Tale
A former Olympic gold medalist in gymnastics, she served as President of the Women's Sports Foundation.
Dominique Dawes
What U.S. women's gymnast helped her team capture a gold medal at the 1996 Olympic Games?
Dominique Dawes
In 1949, the Brooklyn Dodgers added which Black player to the roster with Robinson and Campenalla?
Don "Newk" Newcombe (pitcher)
Known for his hairstyle, who promoted "The Rumble in the Jungle" and "Thrilla in Manila" fights?
Don King
Who is the only baseball player to have won the Rookie of the Year, MVP & Cy Young awards in his career?
Don Newcombe
Who was the first African American pitcher to start in a World Series game in 1949?
Don Newcombe
Darius Rucker released his first country album in 2008, which song went to #1 on Hot Country chart?
Don't Think I Don't Think About It
"Heat Wave: The Life & Career of Ethel Waters," was written by this author.
Donald Bogle
The 1973 writer of Toms, coons, Mulattoes, Mammies & Bucks: An Interpretative History of Blacks in Films?"
Donald Bogle
Wrote the 1997 biography of actress Dorothy Dandridge; which Halle played in Introducing Dorothy Dandridge?
Donald Bogle
What tech leader for nuclear chemistry research at the Dept. of Energy, oversees research at Nat'l Lab?
Donald Cotton
A former Alcorn State star wide receiver, who just won a Super Bowl championship with the Packers
Donald Driver
In 1956, who was the first pitcher to win the National League MVP & Cy Young award in the same season?
Donald Newcombe
Who is the Chief Executive Officer of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center?
Donald W. Murphy
She was the President of Nationwide Strategic Investments a division of Nationwide Mutual Insurance Co.
Donna A. James
As VP of Business Affairs for NBC Sports she negotiates the broadcasting rights for major sports events.
Donna Bryan
The first Black hero of WWII, he received the Navy Cross for bravery at Pearl Harbor & served in the Pacific?
Doris Miller
She was the first African-American actress nominated for an Oscar for Best Actress.
Dorothy Dandridge
The mother of the first Black quarterback in the SEC, she became the first Black employee of NASA in 1962.
Dorothy Holloway
Who was the first African-American governor since Reconstruction?
Douglas Wilder (Virginia)
Co-founder of Security Life Insurance Company in 1938 in Jackson, MS, one of the few Black-owned insurance companies in the US at the time.
Dr. A.H. McCoy
Federal building in Jackson is named for him (Black-owned insurance company) & located there too.
Dr. A.H. McCoy Federal Building
Name the Harvard professor who is a known authority on Black social issues & was a consultant for The Cosby Show.
Dr. Alvin Poussaint
Name the first Black female Superintendent of the Hattiesburg Public School District.
Dr. Annie Wimbish
Who discovered a compound which could control leukemia?
Dr. Benjamin Alexander
At age 33, the Dir. of Pediatric Neurosurgery (Johns Hopkins Hospital) separated Siamese twins joined at the head?
Dr. Benjamin Carson
What celebrated pediatric neurosurgeon has written the motivational books, Think Big and Gifted Hands?
Dr. Benjamin S. Carson, Sr.
In 1992, who was the first black woman to head a public university in Michigan?
Dr. Blenda Wilson (U of Michigan)
Who was the former 2007 CEO of Reliant Pharmaceuticals, Inc. & former President of Merck's (USHH) from 2001-06?
Dr. Bradley T. Sheares
Who is the CEO of the DuSable Museum of African American History in Chicago?
Dr. Carol L. Adams
Name the first African American female President of Jackson State University in 2010.
Dr. Carolyn Winstead Meyers
Who's research led to an efficient method of storing large quantities of blood plasma in "blood banks."
Dr. Charles Drew
Who created the Center for Black Studies at the University of Southern Mississippi, and was its first director?
Dr. Curtis Austin
Who founded the first African-American Hospital?
Dr. Daniel Hale Williams
Who performed the first successful open heart surgery in 1893?
Dr. Daniel Hale Williams
He was the first African American to receive a Doctor of Medicine from an American medical school in 1847?
Dr. David Jones Peck
In 1847, he was the first Black to receive a Doctor of Medicine from Rush Medical College in Chicago?
Dr. David Jones Peck
Appointed by Pres. Obama as Deputy Ast. Secretary for Higher Education Programs in Dept. of Education.
Dr. Debra Saunders-White
A leader of civil & women's rights, she was the long-time president of NCNW, died April 20, 2010.
Dr. Dorothy Height (Delta)
In 1994, President Clinton award her the Presidential Medal of Freedom for her civil rights record.
Dr. Dorothy Height (Delta)
In 2010, President Obama called her the "Godmother of the civil rights movement & American hero."
Dr. Dorothy Height (Delta)
President George W. Bush award the Congressional Gold Medal to her in 2004 for leadership.
Dr. Dorothy Height (Delta)
At the 2009 inauguration of Barack Obama, who recited & composed the poem "Praise Song for the Day?"
Dr. Elizabeth Alexander
Who is the founder of the United Negro College Fund?
Dr. Frederick Douglass Patterson
In 2009, Time Magazine named this prominent educator at UMBC as one of the Top 10 College Presidents.
Dr. Freeman Hrabowski III
In Biloxi, MS in 1959, who led the march against "whites only" section of a federally funded beach?
Dr. Gilbert Mason
In 1762, I was born a slave. In 1783, I became the first Black doctor in the US & purchased my freedom.
Dr. James Derham
Who earned a medical degree in 1837, and became the first professionally trained Black physician in the US?
Dr. James McCune Smith
Who opened what has been called the first Black pharmacy in the US in New York City on West Broadway?
Dr. James McCune Smith
Who was the first African-American woman to become U.S. Surgeon General in 1993?
Dr. Jocelyn Elders
For 50 yrs who was Colorado's only Black doctor, delivering nearly 7,000 babies?
Dr. Justina Ford
In 1985, who became the first African American head coach at Ole Miss and for which sport?
Dr. Ken Gibson (track)
Who was the founder of the DuSable Museum in Chicago in 1961?
Dr. Margaret T. Burroughs
Who founded the SCLC in 1957?
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Born Arthur Lee Smith, Jr, he is a leading figure in the fields of African American studies.
Dr. Molefi Kete Asante
Who founded the first PhD program in African American Studies in 1988?
Dr. Molefi Kete Asante
Who invented a method of eye surgery that has helped many blind people to see?
Dr. Patricia Bath
On September 3, 1864, he became the first African American ordained as Jesuit priest?
Dr. Patrick Francis Healy
Who was the first African American woman to become a physician in the United States?
Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler
Who is the first African American Secretary of Education?
Dr. Roderick Paige
In 2001, who became the first Black and first female president of an Ivy League college?
Dr. Ruth Simmons (Brown University)
He developed techniques for doctors to determine when rejection of a transplanted organ begins.
Dr. Samuel Kountz, Junior. (1930-1981)
On July 20, 2011, who became the first Black woman Athletics Director at Jackson State University?
Dr. Vivian Fuller
Born in Hattiesburg, MS, the former Dir. of National Science Foundation & President of Morehouse?
Dr. Walter E. Massey
Who was the first Black to receive a doctorate from the University of Southern Mississippi?
Dr. Walter Washington
What Black physicist helped develop the radar during World War II?
Dr. Warren E. Henry
What Foundation was created to support opportunity & education in Africa by an Ethiopian fashion designer.
Dream for Future Africa Foundation
Eddie Murphy was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor in which movie?
Dreamgirls
Jamie Foxx, Beyonce, Eddie Murphy, and Jennifer Hudson starred in the Academy Award wining film in 2006.
Dreamgirls
Africans imported to US & held as slaves are not protected by constitution & could never be citizens.
Dred Scott v. Sanford (1857)
Name one of the two Blacks who served as U.S. Surgeon General in the Clinton Administration.
Drs. Jocelyn Elders & David Satcher
What is the name of the oldest African-American Museum?
DuSable Museum
Name the first African American owner/trainer of the 1891 Kentucky Derby winning horse.
Dudley Allen
What jazz musician wrote "Take the A Train?"
Duke Ellington
What did Lawrence P. Ray invent in 1897?
Dust pan
He helped the Miami Heat win the 2006 NBA Championship and won a gold medal at 2008 Olympics.
Dwayne Wade
What President appointed E. Frederick Morrow, the first Black with a position on White House Staff?
Dwight Eisenhower
This superman won the 2008 NBA Slam Dunk Contest.
Dwight Howard
Name the former President, Chief Financial Officer and Chairman of the Board of Merrill Lynch & Company.
E. Stanley O'Neal
Who founded the magazine Black Enterprise?
Earl G. Graves
Who was the first African American to play in a regular season NBA game during the 1950-51 season?
Earl Lloyd
Known for flamboyant dribbling, passing and play-making, his nickname is "Earl the Pearl" & "Black Magic."
Earl Monroe
What co-inventor of a laser device helped hospitals worldwide provide radiation therapy to cancer patients?
Earl Shaw
In 1869, who became first African-American diplomat? Which country?
Ebenezer Don Carlos Bassett (Haiti)
Name the first African American to run the design studio of any major automaker?
Ed Welburn (G. Motors)
In 2007, he won the Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of James "Thunder" Early in Dreamgirls.
Eddie Murphy
What comedian starred in "Beverly Hills Cops, Coming to America, Nutty Professor, Dr. Doolittle, Norbit, and Shrek?
Eddie Murphy
Who was the winningest coach in NCAA Division I-AA football history and how many wins?
Eddie Robinson (408)
The 2006 book, The Horse God Built: Secretariat, His Groom, Their Legacy" is about whom?
Eddie Sweat
An organizer for KKK who killed 3 civil rights activists in Miss. in 1964; convicted on June 21, 2005.
Edgar Ray Killen
A testament to her work, in 1877 President Ulysses S. Grant commissioned this artist to do his portrait.
Edmonia Lewis
Name the first Black woman to gain fame and recognition as a sculptor in the international fine arts world.
Edmonia Lewis
In 1995, the Nat'l Research Council said 44% of the doctorate degrees awarded to Blacks where in?
Education
He's was a 26-year award-winning journalist for CBS News & 60 Minutes & was first Black to cover White House.
Edward "Ed" Bradley
In the 2010 film Secretariat, actor Nelsan Ellis portrayed which legandary horse groomer?
Edward "Eddie" Sweat
The great horse champion, Secretariat won the triple crown in 1973, who was his groomer?
Edward "Eddie" Sweat
In 1876, he became the first African-American to earn a Ph.D. in America at Yale University.
Edward Bouchet (1852-1918)
Name the first Black to receive the formal designation of ambassador in 1948.
Edward Dudley
Name the 2004 Pulitzer Prize winner in fiction for The Known World.
Edward P. Jones
in 1966, who was the first African American elected U.S. Senator since reconstruction?
Edward W. Brooke III (Massachusetts)
Who were the founders of Soft Sheen Products, Inc. in 1964 in a south side Chicago basement?
Edward and Bettiann Gardner
In what country does the Aswan Dam cross the Nile River?
Egypt
Kemet is the ancient name of what country?
Egypt
What is Tiger Wood's real name?
Eldrick Woods
This former Black Panther Party member wrote Soul on Ice.
Eldridge Cleaver
Who was the first woman, black or white, to head a university medical department?
Eleanor Franklin
Which first lady is credited for raising her husband's conciseness on Black issues?
Eleanor Roosevelt
During 13-seasons (1958-71), he regularly dazzled Lakers fans as a gifted shooter, strong rebounder/passer.
Elgin Baylor
Who invented an oil-dripping cup for trains? Customers started asking for "the Real McCoy."
Elijah McCoy
Who designed the automatic lubricator, and inspired the term "The Real McCoy?"
Elijah McCoy (1896)
He replaced Wali Farad as the leader of the Nation of Islam in 1934?
Elijah Muhammad
What name did Elijah Poole take when he assumed leadership in the Nation of Islam?
Elijah Muhammad
Who was the religious leader that led the Nation of Islam from 1934 until his death in 1975?
Elijah Muhammad
This Mississippi child was the voice of the young Tiana in the 2009 movie "The Princess and the Frog."
Elizabeth M. Dampier
Who was called "Black Swan," she sang at a concert sponsored by the Buffalo Music Association?
Elizabeth Taylor Greenfield
Known as "First Lady of Song," for her scat-singing; her career spanned 59 years & 13 Grammys.
Ella Fitzgerald
Who was the first African-American to play a role on "One Life to Live?"
Ellen Holly
In 2005, she was elected the first woman President of the Republic of Liberia?
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
He & Houston beat UCLA & Lew Alcindor 71-69 to snap UCLA's 47-game winning streak on Jan. 20,1968.
Elvin Hayes
President Abraham Lincoln issued this executive order in 1863 proclaiming freedom for the slaves.
Emancipation Proclamation
Who is the current chair of the 43-member Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) and name his state?
Emanuel Cleaver II (Missouri)
Who was the 3-time Super Bowl champion who returned to his alma mater to graduate in 1996?
Emmitt Smith
Name the African American players inducted in the Pro Football Hall of Fame class of 2010 with Jerry Rice.
Emmitt Smith, Floyd Little, Rickey Jackson
What 14 year old Black boy was lynched for winking at a white woman in Mississippi?
Emmitt Till
He established the Organization of African Unity (OAU) in 1963. Name him.
Emperor Halie Selassie
Born in 1844 as Sahle Miriam, he is considered the founder of the Ethiopian nation of today.
Emperor Menelik II
What imaginary line divides the continent of Africa into the northern and southern hemispheres?
Equator
Who is the first African American Attorney General of the United States, appointed by Pres. Obama
Eric Holder, Jr.
The script for the 1975 hit Cooley High was written by whom?
Eric Monte
In 1961, this Syracuse half-back became first African-American to win the Heisman Trophy.
Ernest "Ernie" Davis
Who was the first recipient of the NAACP's Spingarn Medal?
Ernest Just
Name the first African American mayor of the city of New Orleans.
Ernest N. "Dutch" Morial
He was the Chairman & CEO of Alliant Energy, and in 2006 became chancellor of the Univ System of Georgia.
Erroll B. Davis, Jr.
After winning championships, this Michigan State alum was selected first in the 1979 NBA Draft.
Ervin "Magic" Johnson
On February 9, 2011, who became the chairman of the New York based Vibe Holdings, LLC?
Ervin "Magic" Johnson
In 1933, who was the first and only Black woman in the Broadway muscial revue As Thousands Cheer?
Ethel Waters
Who was the second Black to be nominated for a Best Supporting Actress Academy Award in 1949 for the film Pinky.
Ethel Waters
"He who learns, teaches." Is this a popular saying in Senegal, Ghana, or Ethiopia?
Ethiopia
Known as the "oldest continuously identifiable nation" in Africa.
Ethiopia
What African empire country was once ruled by Emperor Halie Selassie I?
Ethiopia
Which African countries were charter members of the United Nations?
Ethiopia and Liberia
Who was the first African-American movie actress to entertain at the White House?
Etta Moten
A native of Georgia, he joined the French Foreign Legion in 1914 becoming the only Black pilot in WWI.
Eugene Bullard
In 1994 (77-yrs after his physical was rejected), who was posthumously commissioned a 2nd Lieut. in US Air Force.
Eugene Bullard
Name the first Black military pilot and the only Black pilot in World War I for the French Air Force.
Eugene Bullard
Nicknamed "Black Swallow of Death" by the French, he was a member of the Lafayette Flying corps.
Eugene Bullard
This Notre Dame graduate is currently the AD at The Ohio State University, but was AD at Arizona State.
Eugene Smith
The only World's Heavyweight Champion who followed Ali's footsteps & won the heavyweight title 3 times.
Evander Holyfield
A 4x Olympic gold medalist & 1-silver, who was the first woman to run under 11 sec in an Olympic Games?
Evelyn Ashford
In 1949, who earned the distinction of becoming the first Black woman to receive a Ph.D. in math?
Evelyn Boyd Granville
Signed by FDR on June 25, 1941, it prohibit racial discrimination in national defense industry
Executive Order 8802 (Fair Employment Act)
In 1880, P. Johnson created this for the eyes?
Eye protector
Name the prize winning PBS documentary that chronicles the Civil Rights movement.
Eyes on the Prize
In 1995, he transitioned from music videos to feature films with the movie Friday with Ice Cube and Chris Tucker.
F. Gary Gray
Name the director of the films Set It Off (1996), Italian Job (2003), Be Cool (2005), & Law Abiding Citizen (2009)
F. Gary Gray
True or False: Most Africans who became slaves in America were captured by European slave raids?
False: captured by other Africans and sold
This civil rights activist was instrumental in organizing the Miss. Freedom Summer for SNCC.
Fannie Lou Hamer
Which civil rights leader co-founded the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party?
Fannie Lou Hamer
In April 2007, she began to play the role of Celie in the Broadway hit "The Color Purple."
Fantasia Barrino
Who in the world is Buck Buck champion?
Fat Albert-Hey, Hey, Hey
Who was the first African-American woman to head a Planned Parenthood?
Faye Wattleton
Nelson Mandela was released from his physical imprisonment on what date?
February 11, 1990
This Broadway play about an Afrobeat legend won 2010 Tonys for Best Costume & Best Sound for a Musical.
Fela (Fela Kuti)
In May 2011, Willy T. Ribbs became co-owner of a racing team in which series?
Firestone Indy Lights' Freedom 100
In 2000, former VP Al Gore began teaching at four colleges. Two of them are HBCUs. Name?
Fisk & Tennessee State University
What was the original meaning of the letters in the clothing line FUBU?
Five Urban Brothers United
The American poet legally changed her name to Ai, the Japanese word for "love."
Florence Anthony
This super star of track and field was known by her nickname, "Flo-Jo."
Florence Griffith-Joyner
Who is considered the "fastest woman of all time?" She still holds the world records in the 100m & 200m?
Florence Griffith-Joyner
What is the name of the Executive Director of the Black Coaches Association?
Floyd A. Keith
Who was the first heavyweight champion to regain the title?
Floyd Patterson
L. Devine, K. Elise, J. Jackson, T. Newton, P. Rashad, A. Rose, K. Washington & Whoopi were in this 2010 film.
For Colored Girls
What is the backronym meaning for the FUBU clothing line?
For Us By Us
Willy T. Ribbs became first Black to drive which car in 1986, when he tested for Brabham team in Portugal.
Formula One
How many times larger is Africa than the United States?
Four times
Which European nation was the first to stop trading African slaves to the United States in 1794?
France
Who was the first African American to be the MVP of the Super Bowl and what year?
Franco Harris (1975)
In the 2007 movie American Gangster, what was the name of Denzel Washington's character?
Frank Lucas
Who was the marines first Black aviator and first Black general?
Frank Petersen
The only MLB player to win League MVP honors in the NL & AL and won 2 World Series (1966 & 1970).
Frank Robinson
Who was the first Black manager of a Major League Baseball team?
Frank Robinson
Which U.S. President formed the so-called Black Cabinet in 1933?
Franklin D. Roosevelt
This President caused Black vote to shift from Republican to Democrat because of his "New Deal."
Franklin D. Roosevelt (1930's)
Name the current Chief of Police for the City of Hattiesburg.
Frazier Bolton
Brought to Mississippi from Oregon by SNCC to organize Freedom Libraries during 1964 Freedom Summer.
Fred Winyard
A corporal in US Army, who posthumously received the Medal of Honor for WWI while under French command?
Freddie Stowers
My 65 consecutive long jump victories over 10 yrs. is one of sport's longest undefeated streaks. Who am I?
Frederick Carlton "Carl" Lewis
Name the Athlete of the Year by Track & Field News in 1982, 1983, and 1984?
Frederick Carlton "Carl" Lewis
Sports Illustrated named whom "Olympian of the Century?"
Frederick Carlton "Carl" Lewis
This sprinter & long jumper won 10 Olympic medals (9-gold) & was the Olympic &World recorder holder.
Frederick Carlton "Carl" Lewis
Who did the International Olympic Committee name "Sportsman of the Century?"
Frederick Carlton "Carl" Lewis
Who won 10 World Championship titles in the sprints, relays & long jump, including eight of which were gold?
Frederick Carlton "Carl" Lewis
On February 20, 2005, he was the first African American to serve as Acting Administrator at NASA?
Frederick D. Gregory
In 1888, he was the first Black nominated as a Presidential candidate of a major political party.
Frederick Douglas (Republican Party)
"If there is not struggle there is not progress," these are the famous words of who?
Frederick Douglass
An orator, writer and statesman, he escaped from slavery, and became a leader of the abolitionist movement.
Frederick Douglass
He believed in colonizing African-Americans to Haiti?
Frederick Douglass
What great 19th century speaker declared that education means "Light and Liberty?"
Frederick Douglass
Finally, in 2005, he was inducted in to the Pro Football Hall of Fame although his career spanned 1919-28.
Frederick Douglass "Fritz" Pollard
Name the first African American head coach in the National Football League (NFL).
Frederick Douglass "Fritz" Pollard
Who started the veterinary medicine program at Tuskegee?
Frederick Douglass Patterson
Who was the first African American car manufacturer in 1916?
Frederick Douglass Patterson
He invented a thermostat control (1960) to allow long distance transportation of food products.
Frederick M. Jones
He invented the motor (1939) and the air conditioning unit (1949).
Frederick M. Jones
In 1787, what organization did Richard Allen and Absalom Jones founded?
Free African Society
What was the common name of the U.S. War Department's Bureau of Refugees?
Freedmen's Bureau
What was the name of the first African-American newspaper?
Freedom Journal
In the 1960s, what form of civil rights protest began with a bus ride through the south?
Freedom Rides
In the summer of 1964, this project opened over 40 schools in Mississippi to empower Blacks.
Freedom Schools
Name the first Black owned and operated newspaper published in the United States.
Freedom's Journal (1827-29)
Who was the first two African American players in the NFL in 1920?
Fritz Pollard and Bobby Marshall
Passed in 1793 & 1850 to return slaves who escaped from one state to another or public territory.
Fugitive Slave Act (1850)
What did D.A. Fisher invent in 1878?
Furniture caster
Established in 2003, name the clothing line created by 50 Cent and Marc Ecko?
G-Unit Clothing Company
The automatic fishing device was created in 1899 by this man?
G. Cook
The executive director of the National Basketball Players Association since 1996 is whom?
G. William "Billy" Hunter
She was nominated for an Oscar for Best Actress for her performance in the movie Precious.
Gabourey Sidibe
An enslaved blacksmith, he planned a slave revolt in Richmond, VA (1800); his plans were foiled & was hung.
Gabriel Prosser
Who is the first Black gymnast in Olympic history to win a gold medal as the all-around champion?
Gabrielle "Gabby" Douglas
Diagnosed with Graves' disease, who went on to win 3 Olympic gold medals since her diagnoses in 1990?
Gail Devers: 1992 (1) & 1996 (2)
The first African-American actress to receive an Emmy Award?
Gail Fischer
What country on the west coast of Africa is bounded on three sides by Senegal?
Gambia
Who invented the traffic light and gas mask in 1923?
Garrett A. Morgan
Who portrayed Arnold on the series "Different Strokes?"
Gary Coleman
What town did Michael Jackson grow up in?
Gary, Indiana
This Ethiopian-born noted haute couture designer is married to superchef, Wolfgang Puck. Name her.
Gelila Assefa Puck
This noted haute couture fashion designer is the founder of the Dream for Future Africa Foundation.
Gelila Assefa Puck
Who was the long-time former Executive Director of the NFL's Player Association (NFLPA)?
Gene Upshaw
Name the first and only Black Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (1989-93).
General Colin Powell
The 65th US Secretary of State under Pres. George W. Bush becoming the first Black (2001-05).
General Colin Powell
Which U.S. President was close friends with Emperor Halie Selassie?
General Dwight Eisenhower
Who was the first African American female General in the United States Army?
General Hazel Johnson
On December 14, 2011, who was nominated and confirmed to be Vice Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army?
General Lloyd Austin III
Carmen De Lavallade married this dancer/actor, and choreographed her signature solo, Come Sunday with him.
Geoffrey Holder
In the 1975 "The Wiz-original ," who won the Tony Awards for Best Costume Design & Best Direction of a Musical?
Geoffrey Holder
In the 2011 season finale of "The Celebrity Apprentice," he recreated his 1980s role in the commercial "7 Up Retro."
Geoffrey Holder
This dancer, actor, and painter from Trinidad was the choreographer for the 1988 Cosby Show season.
Geoffrey Holder
Who was the narrator in the 2005 film, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory?
Geoffrey Holder
A physicist work in semiconductors has led to the development of spectrometers for detection of planetary life.
George Edward Alcorn, Jr.
These two boxers fought for the heavyweight title in Zaire, Africa in 1974?
George Foreman & Muhammad Ali
Who directed and produced "Porgy and Bess?"
George Gershwin
Nicknamed "Iceman," averaged at least 14 ppg in all 14 of his ABA & NBA seasons; his Spurs #44 is retired.
George Gervin
Born in Richton, Mississippi in 1927, his company developed a hair straightener for men.
George Johnson
His company was the first Black-owned company to be traded on a major stock exchange under Ultra Sheen.
George Johnson
Who was the first Black to design a U.S. postage stamp?
George Olden
Who invented the clothes dryer?
George T. Sampson
Was Dr. Roderick Paige sworn in as Secretary of Education by Bill Clinton or George W. Bush?
George W. Bush (in 2001)
Who was the first African American to win the Pulitzer Prize for music?
George Walker
At age 76, this former slave and scientist narrated a 1940 documentary about his life. What is his name?
George Washington Carver
What important botanist became known as the peanut man?
George Washington Carver
What scientist made shaving cream, paint, ink, and many other products from the peanut?
George Washington Carver
What was the first monument dedicated to an African-American?
George Washington Carver Monument
A civil war veteran, minister, and politician, who wrote "The History of the Negro Troops in the War of Rebellion?"
George Washington Williams
In 1882, this Black historian published the "History of the Negro Race in America 1619-1880?"
George Washington Williams
Who wrote the first history of African Americans in "The History of the Negro Race in American 1619-1880?"
George Washington Williams
Dr. Patrick Francis Healy became the first Black to become President of which University?
Georgetown University
Terry McMillian wrote Waiting to Exhale and How Stella Got Her Groove Back, what is her latest novel?
Getting to Happy
In 1948, who suited Mississippi, citing salary discrimination against Black teachers & principals?
Gladys Noel Bates
Which case was the first civil rights suit filed in the history of Miss. (Teacher-Equalization Pay Suit)?
Gladys Noel Bates v. Mississippi (1948)
A movie director, composer, author and semi-pro basketball player, he was a photographer for Life magazine in 1948-72.
Gordon Parks
In 1971, he was the director of the movie "Shaft."
Gordon Parks
He used the "stand at the door tactic" in 1963 to stop his state's university from being integrated.
Governor George Wallace (Alabama)
In 1957, he called out the National Guard to prevent Blacks from entering Little Rock's Central HS.
Governor Orval Fabus (Arkansas)
In 1967, Pres. Johnson appointed whom to head the Nat'l Advisory Commission on Civil Disorders?
Governor Otto Kemer (Illinois)
Contained in Southern state constitutions & Jim Crow Laws to prevent blacks from voting.
Grandfather Clause (1890-1910)
Who invented the first railroad telegraph system?
Granville T. Woods (1884)
This 19th century inventor became known as the "Black Edison" for his work in electrical engineering?
Granville T. Woods (auto cut-off switch)
The continuous geographic trench that runs from northern Syria to central Mozambique is called what?
Great Rift Valley
Margaret Walker's Jubilee was based on this relative.
Great-Grandmother
Muhammad Ali is referred to as the G.O.A.T. What does it stand for?
Greatest of All Time
What US Supreme court case upheld affirmative action admission policies of Michigan Law School?
Grutter v. Bollinger (2003)
Name a purpose for the Civil Rights Act (CRA) of 1991.
Guidelines for adjudication cases (title 7 CRA-1964
Who was the first African-American in space on the Challenger Mission in 1983?
Guion Stewart Bluford, Jr.
In 1950, the first African-American to win a Pulitzer Prize in poetry was whom?
Gwendolyn Brooks
Who succeeded Stokely Carmichael as the chairman of SNCC?
H. Rap Brown
The huge Amistad murals were painted by this man?
Hale Woodruff
In 1892, he was born Tafari Makonnen; he would later become Emperor of Ethiopia. Name him?
Halie Selassie
In 1986, she was crowned Miss Ohio USA, and was the first African American entrant in the Miss World pageant.
Halle Berry
In 1999, received an Emmy, Golden Globe, SAG, and NAACP Image Award for Introducing Dorothy Dandridge on HBO.
Halle Berry
This former model and beauty queen won an Oscar for Best Actress in 2002 for her performance in "Monster's Ball."
Halle Berry
Who is the Academy Award-winning actress that is the spokesperson for Revlon?
Halle Berry
Since 1990, Geoffrey Canada has been the President and CEO of what schools?
Harlem Children's Zone
What famous basketball team played its first home game on a court in Chicago's Savoy Ballroom?
Harlem Globetrotters
The 369th Infantry regiment, formerly the 15th NY National Guard Regiment was known as what during WWI?
Harlem Hell Fighters
The current Executive VP for Labor Relations & Chairman of NFL Management Council Executive Committee.
Harold Henderson
Who was the first African-American mayor of Chicago?
Harold Washington
What is the name of the first black-owned movie and TV production studio in the America?
Harpo Studios (founded 1989)
Uncle Tom's Cabin was written by whom?
Harriet Beecher Stowe
What author was greeted by President Lincoln as the "little woman" who made this big war?
Harriet Beecher Stowe
She returned to the south 19 times to lead over 300 slaves to freedom using the underground railroad.
Harriet Tubman
She was born Araminta Ross in either 1820 or 1821 on a plantation in Bucktown, Maryland.
Harriet Tubman
Who said, "I never run my train off the track and never lost a passenger?"
Harriet Tubman
Who was the first African-American woman to be honored on a postage stamp?
Harriet Tubman
He wrote Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen?
Harry T. Burleigh
Booker T. Washington was the first to obtain an honorary degree from what Ivy League school?
Harvard
Was James Ireland Cash, Jr., the first Black tenured professor at Harvard, Stanford or Yale?
Harvard School of Business (1985)
Who was the first African-American to ever receive an Academy Award for her performance in "Gone with the Wind?"
Hattie McDaniel
The largest of the Freedom Schools was located here?
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Name the first African American woman general in 1979.
Hazel Johnson-Brown
In 1993, who was the first African American & first female to serve as U.S. Secretary of Energy?
Hazel O'Leary (appointed by Pres. Clinton)
Ruled that Congress could use Constitution's Commerce Clause power to fight discrimination.
Heart of Atlanta Motel, Inc. v. US (1964)
Which singer-actress won a 2000 Tony Award & for what performance? Was it Whitney Houston or Heather Headley?
Heather Headley (in Aida)
In 2008, they co-founded the Mixed Roost Film & Literary Festival.
Heidi Durrow & Fanshen Cox
A Virginia slave who escaped to freedom by being mailed to Philadelphia abolitionists in a wooden crate.
Henry "Box" Brown
Who invented the corn-planting machine?
Henry Blair
Born a slave, he escaped to freedom in 1824, he was an advocate of militant abolitionism.
Henry Highland Garnet
Who became the US Minister to Liberia in 1881, but died two months later which was his last wish?
Henry Highland Garnet
Who was the first Black minister to preach to the United States House of Representatives in 1865?
Henry Highland Garnet
In 2003, who wrote "The Trials of Phyllis Wheatley?"
Henry Louis Gates
A literary critic, scholar & writer, who was the first Black to receive Andrew Mellon foundation fellowship?
Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
Born in Thomasville, GA on March 21, 1856, who was the first Black to graduate at the US Military Academy?
Henry O. Flipper
Who was the first Black appointed to the US District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi?
Henry T. Wingate
Name the 2011 GOP Presidential candidate who was once the CEO of Godfather's Pizza.
Herman Cain
Name the picture writing system used by the ancient Egyptians.
Hieroglyphics
In 1948, Alice Coachman was the only woman to win an Olympic gold medal in athletics in which event?
High Jump
Who was the first African-American U.S. Senator, and first Black member of Congress?
Hiram Revels (Mississippi)
What is the name of the fashion house started by Tina and Beyonce Knowles in honor of Tina's mother?
House of Dereon
Born in Jackson, Mississippi in 1939, he was the photographer for Muhammad Ali & wrote Ali:A 30 Yr Journey.
Howard Bingham
Who was the official photographer of Muhammad Ali, and wrote Muhammad Ali: A Thirty Year Journey.
Howard Bingham
In 1866, which institution was found in honor of a civil war hero & commissioner of Freedmen's Bureau?
Howard Univ (Gen. Oliver O. Howard)
Where was Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority founded and when?
Howard University in 1908
On January 18, 2011, the Oakland Raiders named him their new head football coach.
Hue Jackson
Sean Combs launched his men's perfume under his Sean John brand, what is the name of the perfume?
I Am King
Was Bill Cosby's first hit TV show called Mission Impossible, I Spy, or The Man from U.N.C.L.E?
I Spy (debuted 1965)
He wrote the screenplay for the 1995 movie Friday.
Ice Cube
In 2010, he embarked upon a television production career with the TBS series Are We There Yet.
Ice Cube
This rapper, actor, screenwriter, film director and producer was born O'Shea Jackson
Ice Cube
Who became nationally known for her first writings to document the lynching of Blacks?
Ida B. Wells
Who wrote "The Red Record" an anti-lynching pamphlet printed in 1895? She helped found NAACP.
Ida B. Wells
Name the two women who help in founding the NAACP in 1909.
Ida B. Wells and Mary Church Terrell
His research at the Nat'l Institutes of Health shed light on how the body defends itself against poison.
Ida Stephen Owens
Which state east of the Mississippi was the first to give Black women the right to vote, in 1913?
Illinois
In ancient Egypt, the stethoscope was invented by whom?
Imhotep
Jamie Foxx made millions laugh as he played LaWanda on this 1990s show.
In Living Color
Before the Civil War, what kind of servant agreed to work for a fixed period of time for money?
Indentured servant
In 2009, Jim Caldwell became the head coach of which NFL team?
Indianapolis Colts
They were founded at Morgan State University in 1963.
Iota Phi Theta
The first African-American actor to perform before the rulers of Sweden and Austria.
Iro Aldridge
Name some of the natural resources produced in Gabon.
Iron, Uranium, and Manganese
Competing in 11 Kentucky Derby's, who became the first jockey to win 3 Derby's (1884, 1890, 1891)?
Isaac Burns Murphy
Who is the only jockey to have won the Kentucky Derby, Kentucky Oaks & the Clark handicap?
Isaac Burns Murphy
What popular singer wrote the score for the 1971 movie Shaft?
Isaac Hayes
Who organized the first African-American labor union?
Isaac Myers
A former slave, participated in 1890 Miss. state constitutional convention that disfranchised Blacks.
Isaiah Montgomery
Born into slavery, he was the founder of Mound Bayou, Mississippi in 1887, and was soon elected mayor.
Isaiah Montgomery
He led the "Bad Boys" of the Detroit Pistons to NBA Championships in 1988-89 and 1989-90 seasons.
Isaiah Thomas
On October 3, 1935, which European nation invaded Ethiopia using poison gas and flame throwers?
Italy
What is the name of the best-selling author of such books as Yesterday I Cried and Acts of Faith?
Iyanla Vanzant
Who invented the horseshoe in 1886?
J. Ricks
Who invented the lemon squeezer?
J. Thomas White (1896)
He invented the fire escape ladder?
J.W. Winters (1878)
Name the three public HBCUs Universities in the state of Mississippi.
JSU, Alcorn State & Miss. Valley St.
Who was the first African-American heavyweight champion?
Jack Johnson
Which one of the Jackson 5 was drafted by the Chicago White Sox?
Jackie
Which African American woman won the hepthalon in the 1988 Olympics?
Jackie Joyner-Kersee
In 1947, who broke MLB's color barrier when he became the first Black player during the 20th century?
Jackie Robinson
Who was the first African American to be inducted into the Major League Baseball Hall of Fame?
Jackie Robinson
Now Mississippi's oldest black-owned newspaper is what?
Jackson Advocate
In the 2009 general elections, he was elected South Africa's third post-apartheid President?
Jacob Zuma
This Baseball Hall of famer was born James Thomas Nichols on May 17, 1903 near Starkville, Mississippi.
James "Cool Papa" Bell
What is the name of the first native Mississippian in Major League Baseball's Hall of Fame in 1974?
James "Cool Papa" Bell
Best known for his record-setting nine-year career as a running back with the Cleveland Browns (1957-65).
James "Jim" Brown
In 2002, he was named by Sporting News as the greatest pro football player EVER!
James "Jim" Brown
In 1912, his organization, Clef Club, was the first all Black ban to play at Carnegie Hall.
James "Jim" Reese Europe
In 1986, who produced Janet Jackson's Control album for which they won a Grammy Award?
James "Jimmy Jam" Harris & Terry Lewis
In 2006, this producer team won a Grammy for Yolanda Adams' song "Be Blessed" (album Day by Day.
James "Jimmy Jam" Harris & Terry Lewis
Original members of the group, The Time, they were fired by Prince on a 1982 tour for being late.
James "Jimmy Jam" Harris & Terry Lewis
Their collaboration on Rhythm Nation 1814 was one of the top-selling albums in history (5 No. 1 hits)
James "Jimmy Jam" Harris & Terry Lewis
Currently the Corp. President, Executive VP and the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the Boeing Company.
James A. Bell
In 2005, this conductor received the National Medal of Arts award.
James A. Depreist
He invented the spring that made it possible for cars to have convertible tops?
James A. Jones
Who began as the new Hattiesburg Public Schools Superintendent on February 15, 2011?
James Bacchus
What author gained national recognition whit his novel Go Tell It on the Mountain?
James Baldwin (1953)
In 2005, who won the Comeback of the Year Award for his remarkable return to the ATP tour?
James Blake
Known for his speed and powerful flat forehand, who is the 10th-highest ranked American on the world list?
James Blake
A 3-time Emmy winner, he is the host of "The NFL Today" on CBS & "Inside the NFL" on Showtime
James Brown
The "Godfather of Soul," he created music in different genres such as funk, R&B, Soul, Pop & dance.
James Brown
The former host of the FOX network's NFL pregame show, "Fox NFL Sunday."
James Brown
Who was the first African American to break into Supercross, and is one of the world's top stars?
James Bubba Stewart
What were the names of the three civil rights workers murdered by the Ku Klux Klan in 1964?
James Chaney, Andrew Goodman, & Michael Schwerner
In 1987, he was the first African American to win a Tony Award for Best Actor for his performance in Fences.
James Earl Jones
Who was the voice of Darth Vader in the Star Wars triology and the voice of Mufasa in the 1994 film The Lion King?
James Earl Jones
Who was the founder of CORE?
James Farmer
Born a free Black in 1776, he emerged after the American Revolutionary War & made a fortune as a sail maker.
James Forten
On December 17, 2010, he became the first Black head coach of any sport at Vanderbilt University.
James Franklin
Which U.S. President was attended by Dr. Charles B. Purvis: James Garfield or Abraham Lincoln?
James Garfield
On Feb. 17, 2011, who is the first Black Miss. judge to be on US 5th Circuit Court of Appeals?
James Graves
He was the first African-American head men's basketball coach at Southern Miss?
James Green (1996-2004)
This nuclear chemist discovered 2 new elements - Rutherfordium (element 104) & Hahnium (element 105)
James Harris
Who was the first African-American to enroll at the University of Mississippi?
James Meredith
Who invented the lunch pail?
James Robinson (1887)
Every race & every nations should be judged by the best it has been able to produce, not by the worst.
James Weldon Johnson
He wrote "God's Trombones," a book of poetry which celebrated the rhythms of the rural south
James Weldon Johnson
In 1897, he was the first African American admitted to the Florida Bar Exam since Reconstruction.
James Weldon Johnson
President Teddy Roosevelt appointed him US consul at Puerto Cabello, Venezuela from 1906-08.
James Weldon Johnson
This author's work "The Creation" and "Go Down Moses" are still performed on the stage today.
James Weldon Johnson
Who wrote "Lift Every Voice and Sing?"
James Weldon Johnson
A standout for the N. Carolina Tar Heels at small forward, he won 3 NBA Championships with LA Lakers.
James Worthy
Only the second male in history to receive 2 acting Oscar nominations in the same year, and the first Black to do so.
Jamie Foxx
This actor, comedian, singer, and radio host was born Eric Marlon Bishop in Terrell, Texas on December 13, 1967.
Jamie Foxx
What singer and comedian won the 2005 Academy Award for Best Actor in the movie Ray?
Jamie Foxx
His invention joined the top of the shoe to the sole?
Jan Matzeliger
Who studied anti-cancer drugs, worked w/ tissue cultures & enabled doctors to understand the effects of the drugs?
Jane Cooke Wright
In 1939, who was the first African American female to become a Judge?
Jane Matilda Bolin
In 1951, who became the first Black ballerina to be hired full-time by the New York Metropolitan Opera?
Janet Collins
During the 1950s and 1960s, these two famous ballerina's were cousins from New Orleans. Name them.
Janet Collins & Carmen De Lavallade
She has amassed an extensive catalog of hits like: Rhythm Nation & That's the Way Love Goes.
Janet Jackson
Who was the first female, of any race, that was an All-American at USM, and what sport did she play?
Janice Felder (basketball)
In 2007, who sold the rights to Rocawear for $204M, but still have oversees marketing, licensing & product development?
Jay Z
Rocawear was created by whom in 1999?
Jay Z and Damon Dash
Name the producers of the Broadway hit "Fela!" and 2010 winners of three Tonys.
Jay-Z, Will & Jada Smith
In 1970, who became the first Black woman to win the Miss Ohio USA pagent?
Jayne Harrison (later Kennedy)
In 1978, who became the first Black female sportscaster on the CBS male-dominated show The NFL Today?
Jayne Kennedy
In the early 1980s, this model, actress, & sportscaster had the third best-selling exercise videos in America.
Jayne Kennedy
This beautiful model, actress and sportscaster endorsed Coca-Cola's Tab and Diet Coke in the 1980s.
Jayne Kennedy
Who is the Chicago African-American History Museum named after?
Jean Baptiste Point DuSable
Who founded a trading post in 1779, currently known as the city of Chicago?
Jean Baptiste Point du Sable
Which former Haitian dictator return to Haiti after25 years in exile on January 17, 2011?
Jean-Claude "Baby Doc" Duvalier
On June 24, 2005, who became the first African American female Coast Guard aviator?
Jeanine McIntosh
A former All-American at Ole Miss, she was inducted into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame in 2009.
Jennifer Gillom
In June 2009, who was named the head coach of the Minnesota Lynx?
Jennifer Gillom
In the 1988 Summer Olympics, which Ole Miss basketball star won a gold medal with the women's team?
Jennifer Gillom
Nicknamed "Grandmama," who was a WNBA All-Star with the Phoenix Mercury from 1997 to 2002.
Jennifer Gillom
This Abbeville, Mississippi native is currently the head coach of the Los Angeles Sparks.
Jennifer Gillom
Who won the 2006 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in Dreamgirls?
Jennifer Hudson
He contributed the most to Mariah Carey's comeback album in 2005, The Emancipation of Mimi.
Jermaine Dupri
In 1991, he formed the teen duo Kris Kross, and their singles "Jump & It's a Shame" went multi-platinum.
Jermaine Dupri
Who formed So So Def Recordings in 1993?
Jermaine Dupri
Who produced most of Usher's top hits on his albums My Way and 8701?
Jermaine Dupri
This midfielder for team USA soccer, grew up in Greenwood, Mississippi and Chicago.
Jermaine Jones
Name the first Black Chair of the Board of Directors for the National Wildlife Federation.
Jerome Ringo
A 3x Super Bowl champion, 13x Pro-Bowl, 11x All-Pro , after 20 seasons as a wide receiver in the NFL.
Jerry Rice
Drafted in the 1st round (16-pick) of the 1985 NFL Draft from Miss. Valley St., a native of Crawford, MS.
Jerry Rice
This Mississippi native was the first African-American Navy pilot?
Jesse L. Brown
Name the Hattiesburg native who was the first African American naval aviator.
Jesse Leroy Brown
Which Black supermodel was the first to sign two major beauty contracts (Maybelline and IMG Agency)?
Jessica White
Who is the only Black supermodel to appear in Sports Illustrated's Swimsuit issues 8-times?
Jessica White
Who was the first African-American woman to fly for a commercial airline?
Jill Brown
Name the state & local laws that mandated racial segregation in all public facilities & marriages.
Jim Crow Laws (1876 to 1965)
Who performed in Denver's natural outdoor amphitheater in 1968? Spell his name correctly.
Jimi Hendrix
In 2010, he was named the Executive VP of Baseball Development for Major League Baseball (MLB)?
Jimmie Lee Solomon, Jr.
Pres. of local NAACP (1962-66) & helped organize Hattiesburg bus boycotts in 1960s, died Jan. 4, 2011.
Jimmy Carter "J.C." Fairley
Name the first African American female VP & Chief of Staff at the University of Pennsylvania?
Joann Mitchell
Best Known as the feisty, dedicated, baseball-bat wielding school principal in the film Lean on Me.
Joe Clark
Who was known as the "Brown Bomber?"
Joe Louis
Who invented the lawn mover 1889?
John A. Burr
Who was the first African-American who won an Olympic gold medal in 1908?
John Baxter Taylor, Jr.
Who led the raid on Harper's Ferry in 1859 as a means to abolish slavery?
John Brown
Name the influential tenor jazz saxophonist.
John Coltrane
Name the first African American to head up a FBI Field office.
John Glover
Negro Digest, Black Stars, Ebony and Jet are magazines that were published by whom?
John H. Johnson
Artist Charles Lilly depicted the "steel-drivin man" celebrated in what famous song?
John Henry
This 20th century historian has received over 30 honorary degrees?
John Hope Franklin
After 16-years in minor leagues, who got the call to join the Major League L.A. Dodgers on Sep. 6, 2010?
John Lindsey
Who invented the pencil sharpener?
John Love (1897)
The great uncle of poet Langston Hughes, in 1888 he was first Black elected to Congress from Virginia
John Mercer Langston
Who was the first dean of Howard Law school and first president of Virginia State University?
John Mercer Langston
Who was the first Black state superintendent of Education since Reconstruction?
John Porter (1969 in Michigan)
Civil rights activist, who is the US Representative for Georgia's 5th congressional district, since 1987?
John R. Lewis
In 1965, who was chairman of SNCC, and was brutally beaten by Alabama State police in Selma?
John R. Lewis
Only 26 when he was elected to US House of Representatives in 1873 from the 6th District of Miss.
John R. Lynch
Who was the first African American Speaker of the House in Mississippi?
John R. Lynch
Who was the first African American chairman of the Republican National Convention?
John R. Lynch
What is the name of the senior vice president and GM of BestBuy.com (Best Buy Co. Inc.)?
John R. Thompson
Who wrote the story Three Kings, and it became a satirical war dramedy movie in 1999?
John Ridley
These African American screenwriters co-wrote the script for George Lucas' 2012 movie Red Tails.
John Ridley & Aaron McGruder
In 1865, who was first Black admitted to practice before US Supreme Court, but never argued a case?
John Rock
Who was the first African-American to preside over a National Political Convention?
John Roy Lynch
Who were the editor and co-editor of the Freedom's Journal, a weekly newspaper in New York City?
John Russwurm & Samuel Cornish
Who is the current host of ESPN's The Sports Reporters?
John Saunders
Films he directed include Higher Learning (1994), Shaft (2000), 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003), and Four Brothers (2005).
John Singleton
He directed Janet Jackson and Tupac Shakur in the movie Poetic Justice (1993).
John Singleton
He was the first African-American director in 1991 to be nominated for an Oscar.
John Singleton
Who invented the refrigerator in 1891?
John Standard
in 1984, who became the first Black head coach to win the NCAA Division I men's basketball title?
John Thompson (Georgetown Hoyas)
Born John W. Jackson on March 16, 1858, when he started playing baseball, he changed his name to what?
John W. "Bud" Fowler
Who played baseball in the white league before Moses Fleetwood Walker & his brother Welday?
John W. "Bud" Fowler
The rolling pen was created by whom?
John W. Reed (1884)
In 1999, he became Chairman & CEO of Symantec Corp. the largest maker of security software in the country.
John W. Thompson
Name the African-American educator who wrote All American Women.
Johnnetta Cole
Who was the lawyer that successfully lead the legal "Dream Team," and wrote, Journey to Justice?
Johnnie Cochran
Who is the first African American in Mississippi to win a major parties nomination for governor?
Johnny Dupree
Who was the first African-American mayor of Hattiesburg?
Johnny Dupree
Who is the first African American Chancery Court Judge in Hattiesburg?
Johnny Williams
Name the youngest Ultimate Fighting Challenge (UCF) champion in history.
Jonathan "Jon" Jones
Who is the current UFC Light Heavyweight Champion?
Jonathan "Jon" Jones
In 1999, this 6'5" singer/actor became the first African American ringmaster of a major US circus, at the age of 22.
Jonathan Lee Iverson
In 1970, I was the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world.
Joseph "Joe" Frazier
My nickname is "Smokin' Joe." Who am I?
Joseph "Joe" Frazier
Who defeated Muhammad Ali in the highly-anticipated "Fight of the Century" in 1971?
Joseph "Joe" Frazier
Who won a gold medal in boxing at the 1964 Summer Olympics in Tokyo?
Joseph "Joe" Frazier
Born in W. Africa of Mende people, he was most prominent defendant of Amistad case of illegal slave trade.
Joseph Cinque
The Diocese of Biloxi was created in 1977, and he served as Bishop until his retirement on June 6, 2001.
Joseph Howze
Who was the first Black Roman Catholic bishop in the 20th century to head a diocese in the US?
Joseph Howze
The record player arm was invented by whom?
Joseph Hunger Dickinson (1918)
Who was the first African-American on the New York Stock Exchange?
Joseph L. Searles III
Born in 1914, what was boxing great Joe Louis' birth name?
Joseph Louis Barrow
In 1870, elected first Black to serve in the U.S. House of Representatives & 2nd Black in Congress.
Joseph Rainey (South Carolina)
This jazz singer & international start worked with Red Cross during WWII to gather intelligence for the French Resistance.
Josephine Baker
In 2006, who made their professional debut at the age of 16 with the MLS team New York Red Bulls?
Josmer "Jozy" Altidore
Founded by Carter G. Woodson on January 1, 1916, as the leading scholarly source on Black life & history.
Journal of Negro History
Anuli means what?
Joy
Name Margaret Walker's first novel.
Jubilee
She joined Alvin Ailey's American Dance Theater in 1966, and became the director after his death.
Judith Jamison
He is one of the founding members of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC).
Julian Bond
Who served as the Chairman of the Board of Directors for the NAACP from 1998-2010?
Julian Bond
Who was the first president of the Southern Poverty Law Center?
Julian Bond
He was the best known player in the ABA when the ABA & NBA merged in 1976, also known as Dr. J?
Julius Erving
When did the Liberia declare independence from the United States of America?
July 26, 1847
The oldest African American holiday began in Texas. What is this celebration called?
Juneteenth
Name the classical guitarist that helped the underground railroad.
Justin Holland
Name the Black stormchasing meterologist on The Weather Channel's "Storm Riders & Tornado Road."
Juston Drake
Did Henry Adams encourage southern Blacks to migrate to Vermont, Massachusetts or Kansas?
Kansas
Where is the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum located?
Kansas City, Missouri
Which Act was passed after the Missouri Compromise?
Kansas-Nebraska Act
This fraternity was founded at Indiana University in 1911.
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity
A 6-time NBA champion, 6-time NBA MVP, 19-time All-Star, known for the "sky hook," & retired in 1989.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
He was born Ferdinand Lewis "Lew" Alcindor, Jr. & won 3 NCAA Championships at UCLA from 1966-69.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Cheryl Ford, a WNBA All-Star and 2003 Champion, is the daughter of which Hall of Fame NBA player?
Karl Malone
Who is the "Mother of African-American Dance?"
Katherine Dunham
Who evaluated the trajectories for the missions that have made America the leader in space exploration?
Katherine Johnson
Who is the playwright of The Mountaintop about Dr. Martin Luther King's assassination night on April 4, 1968?
Katori Hall
He directed his brothers in the movies White Chicks (2004) and Little Man (2006).
Keenen Ivory Wayans
Name the director of I'm Gonna Get You Sucka (1988) and A Low Down Dirty Shame (1994).
Keenen Ivory Wayans
What is the name of the creator/director of "Scary Movie," the highest grossing movie ever directed by a Black person.
Keenen Ivory Wayans
Who created the television series In Living Color in 1989?
Keenen Ivory Wayans
The former CEO of the FedEx Orange Bowl and Athletics Director at University of Central Florida.
Keith Tribble
In 1989, who were the co-founders of LaFace Records, a joint venture with Arista Records?
Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds & L.A. Reid
Who is the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Merck & Company, Inc.?
Kenneth C. Frazier
Who is the current Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of American Express Company since 2001?
Kenneth I. Chenault
In 1946, who was the first African American to play in the modern (post-WWII) era in the NFL?
Kenny Washington (LA Rams)
In what African country do most of the Masai people live?
Kenya
President Barack Obama's father was from which African nation?
Kenya
The Sr. VP for Sports Programming for HBO that oversees World Championship Boxing & Boxing After Dark?
Kery D. Davis
After being the AD at US Military Academy, who was named AD at Univ. of Maryland on Sep. 4, 2010?
Kevin Anderson
Name the former anchor at Fox Sports Net, and later ESPN's NBA Shootaround & NBA Fastbreak.
Kevin Frazier
Who is the current host of The Insider, and a correspondent for Entertainment Tonight?
Kevin Frazier
In 1995, after HS, who skipped college, and became the first NBA player drafted directly from HS in 20 yrs?
Kevin Garnett
Which NBA star is nicknamed "Da Kid" or "The Big Ticket?"
Kevin Garnett
What device was created by F.J. Loudin to keep keys organized?
Key chain (1894)
What major city is located where the White Nile and Blue Nile Rivers flow into the Nile River?
Khartoum (capital of Sudan)
On October 1, 2009, she was appointed Senior VP & Corporate Controller of Kraft Foods, Inc.
Kim Harris Jones
She was the first African American female Sr. VP - Corporate Controller & Auditor of Chrysler Corporation?
Kim Harris Jones
The first Black to serve as the Nat'l Executive Dir. of the American Federation of TV & Radio Artists (AFTRA)?
Kim Roberts Hedgpeth
Which ex-husband and wife team founded the fashion line Baby Phat?
Kimora & Russell Simmons
In 2008, who did Matel, Inc. launch a Barbie doll in the likeness of?
Kimora Lee Simmons
This model and designer started her own reality television series called "Life in the Fab Lane" in 2007.
Kimora Lee Simmons
When her ex-husband stepped down, she became the CEO of Phat Fashions?
Kimora Lee Simmons
Who is the former President and Creative Director of Phat Fashions?
Kimora Lee Simmons
Historical tradition tells us the Imperial family of Ethiopia was descendents of whom?
King Solomon and Queen Makeda of Sheba
What is the name of the 1891 horse that jockey Isaac Murphy rode to win the Kentucky Derby?
Kingman
Who is the leader of The Family, God's Property and One Nation Crew?
Kirk Franklin
As a rookie, he won the 1997 NBA Slam Dunk contest. What is his name and team?
Kobe Bryant (Los Angeles Lakers)
Who sings the song "Celebration?"
Kool and the Gang
Which war did pfc William Henry Thompson receive his Congressional Medal of Honor for his action in 1950?
Korean War
What holiday is celebrated from December 26 to January 1?
Kwanzaa
A former congressman, he served as the National President & CEO of the NAACP from 2000-04?
Kweisi Mfume
Who invented the folding bed?
L.C. Bailey (1899)
L.A. Reid is best known as the co-founder of which record label?
LaFace Records
On Feb. 18, 2011, the Women's Sports Foundation announced that this boxer, will be their new president.
Laila Ali
What is the largest lake on the African continent?
Lake Victoria
Lewis Latimer invented the electric what?
Lamp and bulb (1882)
He came to be known as the poet Laureate of the Negro race?
Langston Hughes
Who founded the New Negro Theater?
Langston Hughes
A native of Clinton, MS, who won a bronze medal in long jump at 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul, Korea?
Larry Myricks
This Clinton, MS native, was the US National Champion in the long jump in 1979, 1980 & 1989.
Larry Myricks
What was Ronald McNair's assignment on the ill-fated 1986 Challenger mission?
Laser physicist (Ph.D. from M.I.T)
On May 16, 2011 who became the President of the WNBA assuming the day-to-day operations?
Laurel Richie
To help grass get that much need water, J.W. Smith invented this in 1897?
Lawn sprinkler
Who was the second Black to play in the modern MLB, but the first in the American League?
Lawrence "Larry" Doby
In 1964, who directed Freedom Summer project in Hattiesburg, MS before becoming head of MFDP?
Lawrence Guyot
Who was named chairman of the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party (MFDP) in 1964.
Lawrence Guyot
In the summer of 2010, these All-Stars and Olympians became members of the same team. Names?
LeBron James, Chris Bosh & D. Wade
A coalition & coordinator of national legislative campaign of every major civil rights law since 1957.
Leadership Conference on Civil Rights (LCCR)
He became only the second African American to be nominated for an Oscar for Best Director for the movie "Precious."
Lee Daniels
He directed Halle Berry and Billy Bob Thornton in the Academy Awarding winning film 'Monster's Ball."
Lee Daniels
Who was the first African-American golfer to compete in the Master's tournament?
Lee Elder
This singer and movie star spoke at the 1963 march on Washington, D.C. with Dr. King.
Lena Horne
What singer and actress is best known for her rendition of "stormy weather?"
Lena Horne
The 1971 NBA All-Star MVP, and in the basketball hall of fame 3x: player (1989), coach (1998) & Olympics.
Lenny Wilkens
On January 11, 2012, Gov. Phil Bryant appointed who as the adjutant general of the Miss. National Guard?
Leon Collins
Who was a right-handed pitcher in the Negro Leagues, who was elected to the Hall of Fame In 1995 at age 78?
Leon Day
A former World Boxing Council & World Boxing Association heavyweight champion who upset Ali.
Leon Spinks
Who was the first African-American director of General Motors?
Leon Sullivan
Name the two brothers who won gold medals at the 1976 Montreal Olympics in boxing.
Leon and Michael Spinks
Born in Laurel, MS, who is considered one of the greatest dramatic sopranos of opera in the world?
Leontyne Price
A pitcher in the Negro baseball league for 25 years; he was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1971.
Leroy "Satchel" Paige
On Feb. 23, 2011, Gov. Haley Barbour appointed this judge to the Mississippi Supreme Court?
Leslie D. King
This Alcorn State alumnus, on January 3, 2011, was named the head coach of the Minnesota Vikings.
Leslie Frazier
Name the inventor of the capillary feed fountain pen.
Lewis E. Waterman
This British driver is the only Black person to win the Formula One World Championship in 2008.
Lewis Hamilton
Who made the drawings for the first telephone?
Lewis Howard Latimer
Born in slavery in Richmond, Virginia, he was a blacksmith, abolitionist and invented a toggling harpoon.
Lewis Temple
In 1820 free Blacks and freed slaves founded which African country?
Liberia
This African nation's name means "land of the free."
Liberia
Which two African countries remained independent during the colonial period?
Liberia and Ethiopia
What song is considered to be the Negro National Anthem?
Lift Every Voice and Sing
Jermaine Dupri signed this young rapper to his So So Def Recordings in 1998?
Lil Bow Wow
Dr. Martin Luther King gave his "I have a Dream" speech from the steps of this monument in 1963?
Lincoln Memorial
Who is the Chairman of the Johnson Publishing Company?
Linda Johnson Rice
A graduate of USC, she was a 3x MVP, 4x Olympic gold medalist, 7x All-Star & 2 WNBA Champion.
Lisa Leslie
Who was the first WNBA player to dunk in a game?
Lisa Leslie
The Voting Rights Act of 1965 struck down three voting requirements. What are they?
Literacy tests, poll-tax & federal registrars
Name the four-star general who was the last Commander of US Forces in Iraq on December 15, 2011.
Lloyd Austin III
The first Black playwright to have a play produced on Broadway?
Lorraine Hansberry
In what Memphis motel was Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. slain?
Lorraine Motel
The first major city with a majority Black population?
Los Angeles
What west coast city elected Yvonne Burke its first Black Representative to the U.S. Congress?
Los Angeles
What city and neighborhood did the Sanford & Son show take place?
Los Angeles (Watts)
Thomas Bradley & Coleman Young were elected mayors of which cities with pop. over 1M in 1973?
Los Angeles and Detroit
Who was the first Black male to win an Oscar in a supporting role for his role in "An Officer and a Gentleman?"
Lou Gossett, Jr.
He served as host of the Parade of Stars to raise money for the United Negro College Fund?
Lou Rawls
Who invented the burglar alarm?
Louis Alexander
Name the musician and composer, known as one of the founding fathers of jazz.
Louis Armstrong
Nicknamed "Satchmo," this trumpet player was one of the most influential artists in jazz. Name?
Louis Armstrong
Was appointed by Elijah Muhammad as National Representative of Nation of Islam before his death in 1975.
Louis Farrakhan
In 1989, who did President Bush appoint as Secretary of Health and Human Services?
Louis Wade Sullivan
Ife means what?
Love
What is the name of the first African American head football coach of the Chicago Bears?
Lovie Smith
Declared anti-miscegenation statutes unconstitutional, ending all race legal restrictions on marriage.
Loving v. Virginia (1967)
Who was one of only 2 Black women to attain the rank of major in the WAC's during World War II?
Lt. Colonel Harriet West Waddy
Who invented the hairbrush?
Lydia D. Newman (1898)
The words, "we shall overcome" were first used by what U.S. President?
Lyndon B. Johnson
Who appointed the first Black woman federal judge in 1966 to the US Southern District Court (NY)?
Lyndon B. Johnson
Who was U.S. President during the passage of the Civil Rights Act and Voting Rights Act of 1964?
Lyndon Johnson
She was called the "Mother of the Blues?"
Ma Rainey
In 1845, he was the first Black lawyer formally admitted to the bar in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Macon Allen
What large island off southeastern coast of Africa is called "the Red Island," because of its clay soil?
Madagascar
Who was the first Black female to become a millionaire in business?
Madame C.J. Walker
Who was the first African-American woman astronaut?
Mae C. Jemison
This retired basketball star and Ron Burkle just invested in Vibe Holdings, LLC. Name his company.
Magic Johnson Enterprises
Referred to as the world's greatest gospel singer ever, sang at Pres. Kennedy's 1961 inauguration?
Mahalia Jackson
Who is known as the first Queen of Gospel Music?
Mahalia Jackson
Who sang MLK, Jr.'s favorite gospel song, "Precious Lord, Take My Hand," at his funeral in 1968?
Mahalia Jackson
In 1891, what did Paul B. Downing invent?
Mailbox
He has directed such films as The Best Man, Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins, Roll Bounce, and Soul Men.
Malcolm D. Lee
What name was Malcolm X born with?
Malcolm Little
He said, "history is people's memory & w/out a memory, man is demoted to level of lower animals.
Malcolm X
What Black Leader did Alex Haley assist in the writing of his autobiography?
Malcolm X
The ancient city of Tombouctou is located in this country?
Mali
Name the two daughters of President Barack and Michelle Obama
Malia and Sasha Obama
In 1920, who entered blues history by being the first Black artist to make vocal blues recordings?
Mamie Robinson Smith
Who was the first African American football player at the University of Southern Mississippi in 1969?
Manuel Sullivan
The ex-mayor of New Orleans from 1994-2002, he followed in his father's footsteps.
Marc Morial
The 2011 ESPN film 30 for 20, titled this Philadelphia, Miss native's story "The Best that Never Was."
Marcus Dupree
Who led the UNIA?
Marcus Garvey
She was a literature professor and writer at Jackson State University from 1949 to 1979.
Margaret Walker Alexander
She was a literature professor at Jackson State University, and wrote Jubilee.
Margaret Walker Alexander
What is Maya Angelou's birth name?
Marguerite Johnson
Who was the first Black to sing a leading role with the Metropolitan Opera in 1955?
Marian Anderson
Who was the first Black woman to be admitted to the Mississippi Bar?
Marian Wright Edelman
In 1991, who directed the movie "New Jack City," starring Wesley Snipes, Chris Rock, Judd Nelson & Ice T.
Mario Van Peebles
A WNBA player with the Tulsa Shock, who forfeit all 5 of her medals from 2000 Olympics for steroid use.
Marion Jones
Name the NCAA basketball star who won five track medals at the 2000 Olympics in Australia.
Marion Jones
Who was the first African American historian to receive a doctorate from Columbia University?
Marion Thompson Wright
Who was the first Black female on the faculty at Howard University in 1950?
Marion Thompson Wright
Who is the president and founder of the Children's Defense Fund?
Marion Wright Edelman
On October 6, 1968, who became the NFL's first starting Black quarterback?
Marlin Briscoe
He was the first African American head coach of any sport at the University of Southern Mississippi.
Marshall Bell (Track: 1979-96)
Who said, "a man who won't die for something is not fit to live?"
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Who said, "certainly I don't want to die, but if anyone has to die let it be me?"
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Who was the youngest person ever to receive the Nobel Peace Prize?
Martin Luther King, Jr.
What Black female started the Westside Prep School (1973) in her home with only 9 pupils?
Marva Collins
Upset that network announcers did not call him by his nickname, Marvin Hagler legally changed it to what?
Marvelous Marvin Hagler
Between 1980 and 1987, who was the undisputed world middleweight champion?
Marvin Hagler
Earning a bachelor's in 1884 (Oberlin), who was one of the first Black women known to have a degree?
Mary Church Terrell
In 1913-14, this civil rights activist helped to organize Delta Sigma Theta sorority.
Mary Church Terrell
Who was the first African-American woman to earn a B.A. Degree?
Mary Jane Patterson
In 1935, she founded National Council of Negro Woman to represent the concerns of Black women.
Mary McLeod Bethune
Who founded Bethune-Cookman College, and also founded the National Council of Negro Women?
Mary McLeod Bethune
Who was the first African-American woman to head a federal office in 1936?
Mary McLeod Bethune
Who wrote, "I leave you, a responsibility to our young people. The world around us really belongs to youth"?
Mary McLeod Bethune (in her will)
What civil rights advocate told her life story in the book A Colored Woman in a White World?
Mary Terrell
What state was Parran Mitchell elected to the Congress as a representative?
Maryland
What was the only southern state to permit slave enlistments in the military in 1780?
Maryland
Name the geographical line that separated the free states from the slave states.
Mason-Dixon Line
At 23, Tiger Woods became the youngest golfer to win golf's Grand Slam. What four events did he win?
Master's, US Open, British Open & PGA
He reached the North Pole with Admiral Robert E. Peary and 3 Inuit men.
Matthew Henson
A first team All-American in 2006, who helped Maryland win the 2005 NCAA Men's College Cup?
Maurice Edu
The first overall pick of the 2007 MLS Super Draft by the Toronto FC, who won MLS Rookie of the Year?
Maurice Edu
A former 100m WR holder, won 4-Olympic medals & was 5x World Champion & on "Dancing w/ the Stars."
Maurice Greene
What world-renowned poet read "On the Pulse of Morning" at President Clinton's inauguration in 1993?
Maya Angelou
Name the NAACP secretary who was assassinated at his home in Jackson, Mississippi?
Medgar Evers in 1963
Between 1876-1976 nearly half of the practicing Black doctors in the US graduated from here?
Meharry Medical College
Name this historically-black college that educates the majority of America's Black physicians.
Meharry Medical College
This Broadway play won the 2010 Tony for best musical, best book of a musical, orchestrations & best score.
Memphis
In what southern city can you visit Beale street, internationally known for its blues music?
Memphis, Tennessee
An Olympian & businessman, his work in electrogasdynamics (high voltage electricity is produced from flowing gas).
Meredith Gourdine (1929-1998)
In 1966, who was the first graduate of the United States Coast Guard Academy?
Merle J. Smith, Jr.
Blanche Calloway became an executive radio director in this city.
Miami, Florida
At the 1991 World Track Championships, who broke Bob Beamon's 23-year old long jump record?
Michael "Mike" Powell
Who is the Director and President of Whirlpool International a part of Whirlpool Corporation?
Michael A. Todman
He was killed in the 2002 space shuttle explosions?
Michael Anderson & Robert Curbeam
Who invented the lantern in 1884?
Michael C. Harvey
Known as the "king of Pop," his music career began when he was only 5 years old?
Michael Jackson
At the 1996 Olympics, who became the first athlete ever to win both the 200 & 400 meter dashes?
Michael Johnson
At the 1996 Summer Olympic games in Atlanta, who won a gold medal in 400M dash & set a world record?
Michael Johnson
On September 11, 2009, the greatest basketball player of all time was inducted into the Hall of Fame.
Michael Jordan
The Strickland Management group represented which No. 1 NBA draft pick in 1985?
Michael Jordan
This Hall of Famer is the current majority owner of the Charlotte Bobcats. What is his name?
Michael Jordan
This Ole Miss football star was drafted in the 1st round in 2009, his movie, "The Blind Side" was also out.
Michael Oher
He directed Cooley High (1975), Car Wash (1976), Which Way is Up? (1977), and Greased Lightning (1977).
Michael Schultz
Name the director of The Last Dragon (1985) and Woman Thou Art Loose (2004).
Michael Schultz
Name the director of the television series such as Charmed, JAG, and Boston Public.
Michael Schultz
Name the former National Chairman of the Republican Party (GOP).
Michael Steele
This former Atlanta Falcons QB is now the franchise player for the Philadelphia Eagles. Name him.
Michael Vick
She is a graduate of Princeton University and Harvard Law school. She's the first Lady of America.
Michelle Obama
In 1993, who was confirmed as the first Black U.S. Secretary of Agriculture?
Mike Espy
Who was Mississippi's first Black congressman since Reconstruction?
Mike Espy
On December 7, 2009, who as announced as the head football coach for the University of Virginia?
Mike London
Who is the host and play-by-play announcer of ESPN's Monday Night Football?
Mike Tirico
On January 22, 2007, at the age of 34, he was hired as the head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers
Mike Tomlin
Who goes by the nickname "Iron Mike" and "The Baddest Man on the Planet?"
Mike Tyson
Who was the youngest undisputed heavyweight champion to win the WBC, WBA, and IBF world titles?
Mike Tyson
Who is called the master of cool jazz?
Miles Davis
In 1956, who became the first Black to win a gold medal in the decathlon at the Summer Olympics?
Milton "Milt" Campbell
Who was the first African American Medal of Honor recipient of the Vietnam War?
Milton Lee Olive III
Which teams did Kareem Abdul-Jabbar win NBA titles.
Milwaukee Bucks & LA Lakers
The first Black US Senator and first Black elected to a full senate term came from which state?
Mississippi
The great actor James Earl Jones hails from what state?
Mississippi
On Jan. 14, 2011, the oldest living Black person in the US died in Shreveport, LA. Name her & her age.
Mississippi Winn (113 years old)
Two 5th Amend. privileges of a criminal defendant's rights against self-incrimination in Federal Court.
Mitchell v. United States (1999)
In 2009, who was only the fourth African-American actress to win the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress?
Mo'Nique
Which comedienne turned actress and talk show host wrote Skinny Women are Evil?
Mo'Nique
In what city port did the last known slave ship dock in the U.S.?
Mobile, Alabama
The capital city of Liberia is named what?
Monrovia
What major seaport in Africa was named for the fifth president of the U.S.A.?
Monrovia (James Monroe)
Located in Senegal's capital city, overlooking the ocean, stand this bronze statue, taller than Lady Liberty.
Monument de la Renaissance Africaine
Who co-starred in the Academy Award winning movies Driving Miss Daisy and Glory, and is a native Mississippian?
Morgan Freeman
What rapper paid tribute to Marcus Garvey?
Mos Def
What was the nickname runaway slaves gave to Harriet Tubman?
Moses
They were the first African-Americans to play in major league baseball (MLB)?
Moses F. Walker & Welday Walker
The most successful prep-to-pro player of his era (1974-95); starred in ABA & NBA; 1983 NBA champs with 76ers!
Moses Malone
What major recording company was founded by Berry Gordy, Jr. in 1959?
Motown Record Corporation
Sylvia Rhone was named Executive VP of Universal Records and President of which record label in 2004?
Motown Records
It was founded as an independent Black community in 1887 by former slaves in Bolivar County, Mississippi.
Mound Bayou
Who gave the invocation at President Obama's 2013 inauguration?
Mrylie Evers-Williams
What World Heavy Weight Boxing Champion changed his name from Cassius Marcellus Clay, Jr.?
Muhammad Ali
Name the Boxers who fought in the "Thriller in Manila."
Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier
What two heavyweight boxers have daughter's who are following in their footsteps in the boxing profession?
Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier
A 1908 race riot in Springfield, Mass., inspired W.E. Walling to help found which organization?
NAACP
What is the capital city of Kenya?
Nairobi
Which countries shorelines make up the Skeleton Coast on the northern part of the Atlantic Ocean?
Namibia and Angola
Born March 30, 1949 in Oxford, Mississippi, who was the first Black woman to be a high fashion model?
Naomi Sims
Name the first African-American model to appear in a television commercial?
Naomi Sims
Who was the first professional baseball team in the 20th century to field a racially integrated lineup in USA?
Nashua Dodgers (New England-B)
Where is Fisk University located?
Nashville, Tennessee
a native of Montgomery, AL, who is known for pop hits such as "Mona Lisa" and "Unforgettable?"
Nat King Cole
On July 4, 1876, he entered a rodeo in Deadwood, SD; won main events & was nicknamed "Deadwood Dick"
Nat Love
In 1966, who became the first Black football player in the SEC, and at which school?
Nat Northington (Kentucky)
Who lead the slave revolt in 1831?
Nat Turner
What does NAACP stand for?
Nat'l Assoc. for the Advancement of Colored People
Who was the first Black to play on the USA Softball team in the Olympics in 2004 winning gold?
Natasha Watley
A UTEP star in 1967-70, he was first NBA player to win the scoring & assist titles during the same season.
Nate Archibald
Who was the first African-American to star in his own television show in 1955?
Nate King Cole
Name the first African American to sign a contract to play in the NBA.
Nathaniel "Sweetwater Clifton
In 1981, this Chicago based group was known as Final Call until Minister Farrakhan revived the original name.
Nation of Islam
In 1968, it warned "our nation is moving toward 2 societies, 1 black, 1 white-separate & unequal?"
National Advisory Commission on Civil Disorders
In 1957 Dorothy Height became president of the N.C.N.W, what does it stand for?
National Council of Negro Women
Harold Henderson oversees salary caps and expanded the free-agency rule for which sports organization?
National Football League
The letters NUL stand for what?
National Urban League
Despite a 1792 discriminatory law in US military, which armed forces began to enlist free Blacks in 1790's?
Navy
Ebony magazine was founded by John Johnson. What was the name of his first magazine?
Negro Digest in 1945
F.W. DeKlerk shared the Nobel Peace Prize with whom?
Nelson Mandela
Who was sworn in as the first Black President of South Africa?
Nelson Mandela
The 2009 movie "Invictus" starring Morgan Freeman was based on which Africa leader and sport?
Nelson Mandela and Rugby
Which famous civil rights leaders befriended Emperor Halie Selassie?
Nelson Mandela, MLK, Jr., Malcolm X
In 1984, Dr. Alexia Canada became the first Black woman in US to perform neurosurgery or heart surgery?
Neurosurgery
Shawn Carter is a businessman and rapper (Jay-Z), which NBA team is he part owner?
New Jersey Nets
This is where the Coast Guard Academy is located.
New London, Connecticut
What southern city is known as the birthplace of jazz?
New Orleans, Louisiana
In what city was the NAACP founded?
New York City
Where is Arthur Schomburg's Center for Research in Black Culture located?
New York Public Library
Which river runs through Nigeria?
Niger River
Africa's most populous nation?
Nigeria
Who wrote Racism 101, and studied at Fisk University?
Nikki Giovanni
Who wrote Racism 101?
Nikki Giovanni
This river is often referred to as "the mother of African civilization?"
Nile River
Name the first and second longest rivers in Africa.
Nile and Congo Rivers
A noted jazz composer, lyricist, singer, playwright, and bandleader on Jim Reese Europe's album.
Noble Sissle
What 19th century inventor revolutionized the sugar refining industry?
Norbert Rillieux
In what southern city can you visit the Black Soldier's Memorial?
Norfolk, Virginia
In what state did the sit-in movement begin in 1960 at a Woolworth's lunch counter?
North Carolina
Who wrote "For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow is Enuf."
Ntozake Shange
Who invented the door knob and door stop in 1878?
O. Dorsey
What was the first college founded with a mission to educate Blacks?
Oberlin College (Ohio, 1833)
Who rode the winning horse in the first Kentucky Derby?
Oliver Lewis
In 1944, five Black women enlisted in to SPARS (Semper Paratus, Always Ready), name two.
Olivia Hooker, Julie Moseley Pole
Which soap opera first featured African-American characters?
One Life to Live
This television executive and talk show host has start her on network called OWN, and is from Kosciusko, Mississippi.
Oprah Winfrey
What do the letters O.J. in O.J. Simpson's name stand for?
Orenthal James
The signing of the OAU charter grew out of the Pan-Africanist movement. What does OAU mean?
Organization of African Unity
Name the first three Blacks elected to Congress in the twentieth century.
Oscar Depriest, Arthur Mitchell & Wm Dawson
During the first have of the 20th century, he wrote, directed, produced and distributed more than 40 movies.
Oscar Micheaux (1884-1951)
Who is the only player in NBA history to average a triple-double for an entire season?
Oscar Robertson
Name the landmark NBA antitrust lawsuit that lead to reform for free agents & higher salaries for all players.
Oscar Robertson v. NBA (1976)
This washer woman donated $150,000 to the University of Southern Mississippi. Who am I?
Osceola McCarty
Who directed the movies Gordon's War, Black Girl, and Cotton Comes to Harlem?
Ossie Davis
This married couple was awarded the National Medal of Arts in 1995 and Kennedy Center Honors in 2004.
Ossie Davis and Ruby Dee
Who invented the electronic control devices for guided missiles, IBM computers, the pacemaker and 28 different electronic devices?
Otis Boykin (1920-82)
Janet Collins won the 1951 Donaldson Award for best dancer on Broadway for her work in which Cole Porter's play?
Out of This World
Developed small rocket engines that would steer the lunar landing modules on Project Apollo missions.
Ozzie Williams
What was the first African-American owned record company?
Pace Phonographic Corp. "Black Swan Label"
In 1895, John W. "Bud" Fowler formed this pro baseball team, and they played all 130 games on the road.
Page Fence Giants
In 2003, he was named President of Sprint Business Solutions (Sprint Corp.), what is his name?
Paget Alves
What African American was the former President and CEO of CNBC?
Pamela Thomas-Graham
The director of operations for the WNBA Players Association (WNBPA) is whom?
Pamela Wheeler
DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince won a rap Grammy in 1989 for which song?
Parents Just Don't Understand
Who are the pastors that built a multimillion dollar mega church empire in Atlanta called The World Dome.
Pastors Creflo and Taffi Dollar
Served as US Secretary of HUD and US Secretary of Health, Education & Welfare?
Patricia Roberts Harris
Who as the first African-American female cabinet member?
Patricia Roberts Harris
Who was the first African-American to hold a diplomatice rank?
Patricia Roberts Harris
Who was the first Black woman to serve as a US Ambassador to Luxembourg (Pres. L. Johnson)?
Patricia Roberts Harris
A member of the Hall of Famer, an assistant coach for Orlando, who played most of their career with Knicks?
Patrick Ewing
Who won two gold medals with the US men's basketball team in 1984 and 1992?
Patrick Ewing
In 1874, who became the first African American to become President of a major University in the U.S.?
Patrick Francis Healy
Who was the first African-American to earn a Ph.D. at the University of Leuven in Belgium?
Patrick Francis Healy (1830-1910)
In 1978, the Archdiocese of Chicago cut-off support for Providence-St. Mel School, and he reopened it.
Paul J. Adams III
He was the first African-American poet to be noted nationally for his work.
Paul Laurence Dunbar
I Know Why the Caged Bird sings, written by Maya Angelou, was based on his poem?
Paul Laurence Dunbar
Worked as an elevator operator for $4 weekly & achieved fame upon publication of Lyrics of Lowly Life in 1896.
Paul Laurence Dunbar
Who was the first Black four-star admiral in the U.S. Navy?
Paul Reason
A football star, lawyer, singer, actor, political activist who was targeted in 1950 by the anti-communist.
Paul Robeson
What actor first gained critical acclaim for his performance in the movie "The Emperor Jones?"
Paul Robeson (1925)
What Black man designed the Los Angeles Airport?
Paul Williams
"Goober" and "gumbo" are two words left over from the language of African slaves. What do they mean?
Peanut and okra
A world famous singer who was named special adviser to the U.S. Mission to the United Nations?
Pearl Bailey
Who was the Black navigator of the Santa Maria on Columbus' first voyage to the New World?
Pedro Nino
In 1960s, she was co-founder of Miss. Freedom Democratic Party & secretary/treasurer of COFO.
Peggy Jean Connor
What does P.U.S.H mean?
People United to Save/Serve Humanity
In 1938, the Jackson Advocate newspaper was started by whom?
Percy Greene
The first Black Chairman of the Mississippi House of Representatives Ways & Means Committee?
Percy Watson
The white folk singer who popularized the spiritual "We Shall Overcome" during the Civil Rights.
Peter Seeger
In 1992, this fashion line of men's clothes combines hip-hop, urban street, with the preppy culture of the Ivy League.
Phat Farm
This fraternity has a constitutional bond with a sorority. Identify their name and year founded.
Phi Beta Sigma (1914)
The first free school for Blacks was established in what city?
Philadelphia (in 1750)
Won the 2004 Tony for Best Actress for her performance on Broadway in "Raisin in the Sun."
Phylicia Rashad
Who was the first African-American to publish a book of poetry?
Phyllis Wheatley
Who was the first African-American to serve as a governor of a state (Louisiana)?
Pinckney Benton Stewart (PBS) Pinchback
Founded by Laurence Clifton Jones in 1909 in rural Rankin County, Mississippi with 3 students.
Piney Woods School
What U.S. Supreme court case created the "separate, but equal doctrine?"
Plessey v. Ferguson (1896)
What is the tax of a portioned, fixed amount per individual in accordance with the census.
Poll Tax
In a 1959 film Sidney Poitier and Dorothy Dandridge starred as the lead characters. Name the film.
Porgy and Bess
Which European nation started the African slave trade of the Atlantic?
Portugal
What European country sent the first explorers and traders to west Africa?
Portugal (late 1400s)
What movie did Mo'Nique win the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress?
Precious
Thomas Dorsey has been called the father of gospel music. What is his best-known song?
Precious Lord, Take My Hand
The first Black Director of the Peace Corps was sworn in on Aug. 24, 2009, who nominated him?
President Barack Obama
This Pres. shares name of a former slave who led an expedition of Oregon Trail (Washington state)
President George Bush
The capital city of Liberia was named in honored of which U.S. President?
President James Monroe (Monrovia)
What does the acronym P.H.A.T. mean?
Pretty, Hot, and Tempting
Who was the first Milwaukee Brewer to win the 2009 All-Star Home Run Derby in St. Louis?
Prince Fielder
Who founded the first Masonic Lodge?
Prince Hall
Name the only father-son combination in MLB history to each hit 50 home runs in a season.
Prince and Cecil Fielder
Leon Sullivan developed the first Black shopping center in Philadelphia, PA. Name the shopping center?
Progress Plaza
What political party did Charlotte Spears Bass the first Black woman to run for U.S. Vice President belong?
Progressive Party
President Ronald Reagan visited this Chicago school in 1982 & 1983, and Oprah donated $1 million in 1993.
Providence-St. Mel School
This pre-dominantly Black private school in Chicago has 100% of its seniors accepted to college since 1978.
Providence-St. Mel School
Name the first African-American Hospital.
Provident Hospital (Chicago)
A Hattiesburg HS star played in the NBA in 1980's, and is now the Director of Player Programs for the NBPA.
Purvis Short
Hattiesburg HS star played in the NBA in 1980's, and is now the Director of Player Programs for the NBPA.
Purvis Short
From 1993-98, who starred in the Fox sitcom Living Single?
Queen Latifah
Name the rapper whose first album was titled All Hail to the Queen?
Queen Latifah
Played Matron "Mama" Morton in Chicago, and was nominated for an Oscar for Best Actress in a Supporting Role.
Queen Latifah
Who is the celebrity spokesperson for Cover Girl cosmetics for women of color?
Queen Latifah
Who was the first rap artist to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame?
Queen Latifah
Known as "Q", has won over 20 Grammy Awards, an Emmy Award & several Oscar nominations.
Quincy Jones
He received the Peabody Award for co-producing and writing the radio show The Miles Davis Radio Project.
Quincy Troupe
In 1991, who received the Peabody Award for co-producing and writing the Miles Davis Radio Project?
Quincy Troupe
He starred as B.A. Baracus in the movie the A-Team, name the former UFC Light-Heavy Champion?
Quinton "Rampage" Jackson
Name the first person to unify any of the UFC and Pride FC championship belts in 2007.
Quinton "Rampage" Jackson
This star of "Beasts of the Southern Wild" is the youngest Oscar nominee ever.
Quvenzhane' Wallis
In the 1949 MLB All-Star game, name the other 3 African Americans selected along with Jackie Robinson.
R. Campenalla, D. Newcombe, L. Doby
On January 2004, he became the first African American CEO of a major U.S. chemical firm, Crompton Corp.
R.L. "Bob" Wood
On January 17, 2009, who became the head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
Raheem Morris
Born in Cogdell, Georgia in 1917, what was Ossie Davis' birth name?
Raiford Chatman Davis
A native of Laurel, MS, who won 1960 NCAA long jump & broke world record previously held by Jesse Owens?
Ralph Boston
I won gold in the long jump in 1960 (Rome), silver in 1964 (Tokyo), and bronze in 1968 (Mexico City).
Ralph Boston
Who won Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) national championship in long jump in 1961, 1962, 1963 & 1964?
Ralph Boston
First Black to win Nobel Peace Prize in 1950 for his mediation to end Arab-Israeli conflict in 1949.
Ralph Bunche
Who was the author of the Invisible Man?
Ralph Ellison
A professional rollerblade from NYC, he's trying to take his freestyle rolling to the next level with hip-hop
Ramelle Knight
The NFL's chief disciplinarian, he is the Executive Vice President of Football Operations.
Ray Anderson
Blind at 7, he is known for his unique, yet "controversial" fusion of blues, country, gospel & pop.
Ray Charles
Who was the first Black musician to be given artistic control by a mainstream record company?
Ray Charles
In 1965, who were the two students that integrated the University of Southern Mississippi?
Raylawni Branch & Gwendolyn E. Armstrong
Who is the first female African American to be promoted to flag rank in the U.S. navy?
Rear Admiral Lillian Fishburne
What do we call the period of rebuilding in the south following the Civil War?
Reconstruction
The transforming of the former Confederacy states (1863-1877) & 3 Constitutional amendments.
Reconstruction Era
In WWII, 75% of Black soldiers in European were truckers that kept allied supply lines open on what express?
Red Ball Express
Name the 2012 film by George Lucas about the pioneering WWII Black aviators, the Tuskegee Airmen.
Red Tails
It took George Lucas 23-years to make this movie about the Tuskegee Airmen, he spent $58 million of his own money.
Red Tails (2012)
Who was the star of the situation comedy, Sanford & Son, that premiered on NBC from 1972 to 1977?
Redd Foxx
He won a national title in 2004, and the Heisman Trophy in 2005. Name him, and his college.
Reggie Bush (USC)
Who was the first person in NCAA history to throw for 1,000 yards and rush for 1,000 yards & his school?
Reggie Collier (Southern Miss)
Known for his precision 3-point shooting, who spent the entirety of there 18-year career with the Pacers.
Reggie Miller
A stand-out linebacker for 14-yrs with Cincinnati, in 2007, he retired as the VP of Disney Sports Attractions.
Reggie Williams
This Morehouse graduate is the CEO of Wachovia (Atlantic Region), the fourth largest bank in the country.
Reginald E. Davis
This pioneer of the modern Black film movement directed House Party (1990) and Boomerang (1992). Name him.
Reginald Hudlin
He was the first African American to serve on the Mississippi Supreme Court.
Reuben Anderson
In 1966, named executive director of the United Church of Christ's Commission on Racial Justice.
Rev. Dr. Charles Earl Cobb
Name the First African American elected Bishop of the Episcopal Church in the United States.
Rev. Henry Beard Delany
Hattiesburg minister, he lead numerous marches, sit-ins and mass meetings in the spirit of freedom.
Rev. J.C. Killingsworth
Who founded Operation PUSH and the Rainbow Coalition?
Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr.
Who founded the multiracial and international church the International Peace Mission movement?
Rev. M.J. "Father" Divine
By the 18th century, what colony was the leader in the slave trade?
Rhode Island
Who founded the AME Church?
Richard Allen
Who invented the automatic gear shift in 1932?
Richard B. Spikes
The current Chairman of Citigroup is who?
Richard Parsons
Who is the former Chairman and CEO of the world's largest media company AOL Time Warner?
Richard Parsons
Who is the author of Native Son and Black Boy?
Richard Wright
Who wrote Uncle Tom's Children?
Richard Wright
As head coach, Mike London's team won the 2008 NCAA Division I Football Championship. Name the team.
Richmond Spiders
To make it a little more comfortable to ride a horse, W.D. Davis invented this?
Riding saddles (1896)
Which major US circus hired the first African American ringmaster in 1999?
Ringling Bros & Barnum & Bailey
Served as Poet Laureate of the US from 1993 to 1995; won the 1987 Pulitzer Prize in poetry
Rita Dove
In 1972 & 1973, Eddie Sweat became the first groomer of consecutive Kentucky Derby winners, name them.
Riva Ridge (1972) & Secretariat (1973)
On December 10, 2011, this Baylor quarterback won the 77th Heisman Memorial Trophy Award.
Robert "RG3" Griffin III
The first Black to be appointed Assistant District Attorney in Forrest/Perry County Mississippi.
Robert Davis
Who invented the guitar in 1886?
Robert F. Flemming, Jr.
Elected in 1967 to Miss. House of Representatives, first Black elected to State office since Reconstruction.
Robert G. Clark, Jr.
In 1977, who became first Black committee chairman in the Mississippi House of Representatives?
Robert G. Clark, Jr.
Who served as Speaker Pro Tempore and was a Mississippi state legislator for 35 years?
Robert G. Clark, Jr.
I was the first African American appointed as Consultant in Poetry to the Library of Congress in 1976?
Robert Hayden
Who was the first African American astronaut in 1967?
Robert Henry Lawrence, Jr.
In 2001, he became the first Black billionaire when he sold BET to Viacom for $3.9 billion.
Robert Johnson
His Boston Celtics #00 is retired & his nickname is "The Chief," known for his strong defense & jump shooting.
Robert Parish
Who was the founder of the newspaper, the Chicago Defender?
Robert S. Abbott
Born a slave, who was last Republican to represent S. Carolina's 5th congressional district until 2010
Robert Smalls
Ex-slave & US Representative (S. Carolina), convinced Pres. Lincoln to accept Black soldiers in Union army.
Robert Smalls
Freed himself & family from slavery on May 13, 1862, by commandeering a Confederate transport ship.
Robert Smalls
Known as the first African-American Naval hero was whom?
Robert Smalls
Who was the founder of the Republican Party of South Carolina?
Robert Smalls
What African-American was the longest-lived recipient of a self-contained artificial heart?
Robert Tullos
Chairman of NAACP from 1960-61 & was apart of FDR's unofficial "Black Cabinet" in 1930 & 1940.
Robert Weaver
In 1966, who became the first Black to serve on a presidential cabinet as head of HUD?
Robert Weaver
Whom was named head of the Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) in 1966?
Robert Weaver
Which case lead to organized effort to end racially segregated schools & court sided w/ defendant?
Roberts v. City of Boston (1850)
Which fashion line was created in 1999 by Damon Dash & Jay Z?
Rocawear
Name the TV One commentator and host of Washington Watch as well as a CNN contributor.
Roland S. Martain
The 1941 exhibition Afro-American Art on Both Continents had works included by these artist?
Romare Bearden/Delaney Bro
This former foreign correspondent reports for "NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams, Today & MSNBC."
Ron Allen
What is the name of the first African American coach at Southern Miss, in any sport?
Ron Cheatham (Ast. FB: 1976-83)
Who founded Kwanzaa in 1966?
Ron Maulana Karenga
This Black manager won the 2011 American League Championship with the Texas Rangers.
Ron Washington
Who was the African American astronaut killed in the 1986 Challenger explosion?
Ronald A. McNair
On February 10, 1989, he was elected the first Black chairman of Democratic National Committee.
Ronald H. Brown
Who was the first African-American to be named Secretary of Commerce?
Ronald H. Brown
Name the 1976 novel that traced the history of a African-American family to its African origin.
Roots by Alex Haley
On December 1, 1955, she refused to give her bus seat up to a white man. Who is she?
Rosa Parks
She started the Montgomery Boycott & was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1996?
Rosa Parks
Who is the first woman, and first African American to be named the CEO & President of Sam's Club?
Rosalind Brewer
Who was the first Black four-star general in the U.S. Army?
Roscoe Robinson
The first African American President of the Ole Miss Alumni Association was whom?
Rose Jackson Flenorl
A catcher for the Brooklyn Dodgers from 1948 to 1957, he was selected National League MVP 3-times?
Roy "Campy" Campenalla
The Nashua Dodgers were the first minor league team to have a racially integrated roster, name the players
Roy Campenalla and Don Newcombe
I became the first former middleweight champion to win a heavyweight title in 106 years. Who am I?
Roy Jones, Jr.
Who is the only boxer in history to start as a junior middleweight, and go on to win a heavyweight title?
Roy Jones, Jr.
A prominent civil rights activist during the 1930s & 1970s, he was executive director of the NAACP.
Roy Wilkins
Who founded the Negro Professional Baseball League?
Rube Foster
Who was the first African-American actress to play major roles at the Shakespeare Festival?
Ruby Dee
Name the co-founder of the HBO classic show, Def Comedy Jam.
Russell Simmons
Name the entrepreneur & founder of Phat Farm, who is the author of the new book "Super Rich: A Guide to Having It All?"
Russell Simmons
This entrepreneur is the founder of Def Jam, Phat Fashions and Rush Communication.
Russell Simmons
Who is the founder and creative mind behind the Phat Fashion line?
Russell Simmons
In 1941, who was Hattiesburg's first African American female enlistee for WWII?
Ruth Bailey Earl
Who was the first Black flight attendant?
Ruth Carol Taylor
Who founded the talent agency Queen Booking Corporation in New York City?
Ruth J. Bowen
Name one of three deserts in Africa.
Sahara (n), Kalahari & Namib (s)
Who was the enslaved woman who is believed to have borne Thomas Jefferson at least 4 children?
Sally Hemmings
In 1960, who appeared in their first "Rat Pack" movie, Ocean's 11
Sammy Davis, Jr.
Known for performances on Broadway & Las Vegas, a recording artist, TV & film star & a member of Frank Sinatra's "Rat Pack."
Sammy Davis, Jr.
In 1956, Carmen De Lavallade danced as the prima ballerina in which plays at the New York Metropolitan Opera?
Samson & Delilah; Aida
He was the First African American to command a U.S. Navy warship.
Samuel L. Gravely, Jr.
The first African American to command a U.S. Navy Fleet was whom?
Samuel L. Gravely, Jr.
Who was the first African American to achieve the rank of Vice Admiral?
Samuel L. Gravely, Jr.
A white teacher at Freedom School in Hattiesburg, denied to eat b/c 6 black kids w/ her & arrested.
Sandra Adickes v. S.H. Kress Co (1970)
This cover girl is a 5-time US Outdoor 400m champion and the American record holder (48.70 sec).
Sanya Richards
The first Black person permitted to teach "domestic science" at the HS level in NY Public Schools.
Sarah "Sadie" Delany
What Black woman invented the ironing board?
Sarah Boone (1887)
What singer was known to musicians and audiences as the "Divine One?"
Sarah Vaughan (Sassy) 1924-90
Who was the first African-American pitcher in the American league?
Satchel Paige
An Ole Miss long jumper, who was on the 2000 Olympic team & won silver at 2001 World Championships?
Savante Stringfellow
Name the ragtime pianist and composer who wrote "Maple Leaf Rag" and "The Entertainer?"
Scott Joplin
Who was instrumental in helping the Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls win six NBA Championships.
Scottie Peppin
A signature collection of sportswear under his own name was created in 1998 by this hip-hop mogul?
Sean Combs (P. Diddy)
A clothing & fragrance company, in 2004, it was awarded the CFDA Men's Designer of the Year award. Name it.
Sean John Clothing, Inc.
Has won more career prize money ($32.7M) than any other female athlete in history regardless of sport.
Serena Williams
In 2010, who won the ladies single titles at Wimbledon and the Australian Open?
Serena Williams
The WTA has ranked her World #1 in singles on 5 separate occasions, as of Nov. 2010, she is World #4.
Serena Williams
Who has won 5 Australian Opens, 4 Wimbledon, 3 US Open and 1 French Open singles title?
Serena Williams
In 2006, this Chicago native became the first Black to win an individual gold medal at the Winter Olympics.
Shani Davis
In 1993, he was the NBA Rookie of the Year. In 2000 & 2001, he helped his team win NBA titles.
Shaquille O'Neal (LA Lakers)
What is the system of farming and living on another person's land called?
Sharecropping
She was the first African-American woman mayor of Washington, D.C. from 1991 to 1995?
Sharon Pratt Kelly
The US Supreme Court ruled that courts could not enforce racial covenants on real estate.
Shelly v. Kraemer (1948)
What is Spike Lee's real name?
Shelton Jackson Lee
As a member of the Houston Comets, who was a three-time WNBA MVP and won 3-Olympic Gold Medals?
Sheryl Swoopes
Frequently referred to as the "female Michael Jordan," because of her offensive & defensive skills.
Sheryl Swoopes
She was the first player to be signed to a WNBA contract when the league was created in 1997.
Sheryl Swoopes
Who was named the WNBA Defensive Player of the Year in 2000, 2002, and 2003?
Sheryl Swoopes
Who was the first women's basketball player to have a Nike shoe named after them and name the shoe?
Sheryl Swoopes (Air Swoopes)
In 1973, she became the first Black woman to earn a Ph.D. in physics which she received from MIT.
Shirley Ann Jackson
On Jan. 25, 1972, who became the first major-party Black candidate for President of the U.S.?
Shirley Chisholm
Who was the first woman to run for the Democratic presidential nomination on January 25, 1972?
Shirley Chisholm
Who was the first African-American woman to serve in the U.S. Congress from 1969-83?
Shirley Chisholm (NY 12th District)
In 1983, who became the first Black full-time assistant coach for any women's sport team at USM?
Shirley Jones
Who is the the creator and executive producer of the hit ABC series Scandal?
Shonda Rhimes
Nicknamed "Mr. Cub", Ernie Banks hit 512 home runs in his 13 years with Chicago, what was his position?
Shortstop
What type of anemia is a genetic disease commonly found among people of African descent?
Sickle cell anemia
The first African-American actor to win an Academy Award for best actor in the 1963 film "Lilies of the Field."
Sidney Poitier
This organization was founded on campus of Butler University on November 12, 1922 by 7 teachers.
Sigma Gamma Rho
This coast is named for the bleached whale & seal bones that cover the shore as well as wrecked ships.
Skeleton Coast
What was the purpose of the Kansas-Nebraska Act?
Slavery was to be decided by settlers
Charlie Pride is a country music legend, and he was born in what Mississippi town?
Sledge, Mississippi
In 1964, what company was founded in a Chicago home basement because of a lack of products for Black hair?
Soft Sheen Products, Inc.
Natasha Watley was a four-time All-American at UCLA, what sport and position did she play?
Softball (shortstop)
She was an abolitionist, and founder of the North Star Newspaper.
Sojourner Truth
The first Black woman to speak out against slavery, she changed her name from Isabella Baumfree?
Sojourner Truth
This 19th century abolitionist opened her speeches with, "children, I talk to God, and God talks to me."
Sojourner Truth
Who is the co-host of CNN's morning show, American Morning?
Soledad O'Brien
Born a free Black, he was kidnapped into slavery, and wrote a book titled "Twelve years a Slave?"
Solomon Norfolk
In 1999, who became the first Black Associate Director of Athletics, male or female, at Southern Miss?
Sonya Varnell
What does the letters SCLC stand for?
Southern Christian Leadership Conf.
Name the Miss. commission that was established to stop federal enforcement of civil rights laws.
Sovereignty Commission
Charles Bank's invention helps to start cars. What is it?
Spark plugs
In December 1930, James W. Johnson resigned from the NAACP to do what at Fisk University?
Spence Chair of Creative Literature
He directed Denzel Washington in the movie "Malcolm X."
Spike Lee
One of the most poignant directed & produced films, "When the Levees Broke," about the devastation of New Orleans.
Spike Lee
Who wrote and directed the movie "Get on the Bus" to mark the year anniversary of the Million Man March?
Spike Lee
What do we call slave songs that combined African rhythms with Biblical scripture?
Spirituals
The oldest city in North America is named for what African saint?
St. Augustine (located in Florida)
Which women's basketball team ended Connecticut's 90-consecutive game win streak on Dec. 30, 2010?
Stanford University
Who is the President of the organizing committee of the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup in Germany?
Stephanie "Steffi" Jones
An ESPN media personality for NBA and is known for his show called Quite Frankly with whom?
Stephen A. Smith
In 1991, who was the first African American Commander Master Chief of the Coast Guard?
Stephen Spencer
He followed up his NY Times Best Selling book with "Straight Talk: No Chaser"?
Steve Harvey
Name the comedian, actor/game show host who wrote the NY Times bestseller Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man.
Steve Harvey
Nominated for the 2014 Academy Award for Best Picture, who directed 12 Years A Slave
Steve McQueen
The 1987 film "Cry Freedom" was based on the life of this South African?
Steven Biko
What is the name of the South African civil rights leader that was portrayed in the movie Cry Freedom?
Steven Biko
From Philadelphia, a professional skateboarder that was featured in several of Tony Hawk's video games.
Stevie Williams
He was born with the name Steveland Morris?
Stevie Wonder
What famous singer/songwriter wrote a song to honor Dr. Martin Luther King's birthday?
Stevie Wonder
Who was the first to popularize the saying, "Black Power?"
Stokely Carmichael
Juston Drake is an African American meterologist on which shows on The Weather Channel?
Storm Riders & Tornado Road
Every home must have one of these inventions by T.A. Carrington?
Stove
What invention help to make Madame C.J. Walker a millionaire in 1905?
Straightening comb
To help keep the streets clean, in 1890, Charles B. Brooks invented this?
Street sweeper
Executive VP of Basketball Operations of the NBA, his responsibilities include game conduct & discipline.
Stuart "Stu" Jackson
What do the letter S.N.C.C stand for?
Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee
What do you call the land in Africa that lies south of the Sahara?
Sub-Sahara
In what country does the Nile River originate?
Sudan
He won a gold medal, on a 5-0 decision, at the 1976 Olympics in the light welterweight boxing division.
Sugar Ray Leonard
The first boxer to earn more than $100M in purses & one of best boxers of all time, winning titles in 5 divisions.
Sugar Ray Leonard
Who was named "Boxer of the Decade" during the 1980s for his accomplishments?
Sugar Ray Leonard
What two welterweight champions fought in "The Showdown," in 1981 unifying the belts?
Sugar Ray Leonard & Thomas Hearns
He held the world welterweight title from 1946 to 1951, and won world middleweight title in the latter year.
Sugar Ray Robinson
Retired in 1952, he regained the middleweight title in 1955, becoming the first boxer to win divisional world championship 5-times
Sugar Ray Robinson
The greatest fighter of 20th century (AP), greatest boxer ever (ESPN.com), Fighter of Decade (1950s).
Sugar Ray Robinson
She was named Miss American in Vanessa Williams resigned he crown in 1983?
Suzette Charles
This US Supreme Court case stated bus transportation can be used to correct racial imbalances.
Swann v. Charlotte-Mecklenberg Co Board of Edu (1971)
What is the name of the first African American head football coach in the SEC, and what school hired him?
Sylvester Croom, Mississippi State
Born a slave in 1841, fought in the civil war for the Union, the last living slave (1971), died at 130 years old (Miss.)
Sylvester Magee
Born a slave in 1841, was the last living slave in 1971, and was wounded at Vicksburg & Champion's Hill.
Sylvester Magee
In 1990, the first Black woman to head a major record company was whom?
Sylvia Rhone
Who created the first golf tee and when?
T. Grant in 1899
This journalist was the first to use "Afro-American," referring to Blacks being "tied to Africa" & "America."
T. Thomas Fortune
Who inked a deal with Sony films to bring stories about people of color to Big screen like "Jumping the Broom."
TDJ Enterprises
What is another name for the hourglass-shaped drums used to send messages in west Africa?
Talking Drums
In 1964 the states of Tanganyika and Zanzibar united to form which modern African nation?
Tanzania
In Jan. 2011, this former homeless man was given a contract with Kraft Foods for ad work as the "golden voice."
Ted Williams
The first African American Studies PhD program is located at which University?
Temple University
Name the college where Dr. Vivian Fuller was first Black woman AD at a NCAA-DI football program in 1997.
Tennessee State University
Where Dr. Vivan Fuller became the first Black woman AD at a NCAA DI football program in 1997.
Tennessee State University
What is the name of the current President and CEO of the Dallas Mavericks?
Terdema Ussery II
In 1966, Barbara Jordan was the first Black elected for senator after Reconstruction in which state?
Texas
Country music legend, Charlie Pride, became a special investor and minority owner of which MLB team?
Texas Rangers
Ron Washington is the manager of which MLB team that played in the 2011 World Series?
Texas Rangers
He served as South Africa's President from June 14, 1999 to September 24, 2008?
Thabo Mbeki
What is the name of America's best-known showcase for African-American entertainers?
The Apollo Theater
What is the name of the high rugged mountains of northwest Africa?
The Atlas Mountains
This best-selling book was made into a movie in 2009 about the life of a football player who went to Ole Miss.
The Blind Side
What NY based choir teaches the importance of values, discipline & hard work in all areas of life?
The Boys Choir of Harlem
In 1488, the Portuguese explorer Bartolomeu Dias sailed around the cape of Africa called what?
The Cape of Good Hope
From Dec. 2005 to Feb. 2008, this Broadway play grossed over $103 million to date, and is currently touring America.
The Color Purple
Quincy Jones and Oprah Winfrey produced this 2005 musical on Broadway.
The Color Purple
Whoopi Goldberg, Danny Glover, and Oprah Winfrey started in which movie that was nominated for Best Picture?
The Color Purple
What is the name of the NAACP magazine?
The Crisis
In this tribute to 1960's R&B groups, Robert Townsend acted in and directed what movie?
The Five Heartbeats
On Jan. 20, 1968 Houston & UCLA played in first nationally televised regular season game known as what?
The Game of the Century
Between 1916 to 1919, over 500,000 Blacks moved from the south to northern states. Known as?
The Great Migration
Langston Hughes, Countee Cullen, Claude McKay, Nella Larsen, and Zora Neale Hurston were writers when?
The Harlem Renaissance
To define & celebrate black culture, to change preconceived & erroneous notions of blacks was the agenda of whom?
The Harlem Renaissance
What name was given to the period of cultural rebirth that took place in Harlem, New York City?
The Harlem Renaissance
Name the 2011 movie about southern Black women working for and raising white families during the 1960s in Mississippi.
The Help
What body of water is on the east coast of Africa
The Indian Ocean
Dr. Molefi Asante is the founding editor of what?
The Journal of Black Studies
Frederick Douglass get his last name from a poem. Can you name the poem and author?
The Lady of the Lake (Sir Walter Scott)
Abolitionist, William Lloyd Garrison's weekly newspaper helped to transform the antislavery movement in US.
The Liberator
What was Emperor Halie Selassie's nickname?
The Lion
The three leg journey of slave ships from Africa to the West Indies was called what?
The Middle Passage
Name the play by Katori Hall that depicts Rev. Martin Luther King's last night on earth in the Lorraine Motel?
The Mountaintop
Name the animated movies or TV series where Eddie Murphy has been the voice of some characters.
The PJs, Mulan, Shrek
What is the name of the Disney animated movie about an African American girl as the lead character?
The Princess and the Frog
Who was the first group of persons to speak out against slavery?
The Quakers
What nation backed the coup d'etat revolutionaries in Ethiopia in 1974?
The Soviet Union (USSR)
W.E.B. DuBois advocated uplifting of Blacks through an educated black elite, which he referred to as?
The Talented Tenth
The first all-Black Fighter Group (US Army Air Corps) to escort Allied bombers on 1,578 missions in WWII?
The Tuskegee Airmen
The first all-Black Fighter Group (US Army Air Corps) to escort Allied bombers on 1,578 missions in WWIII?
The Tuskegee Airmen
Name a dance of the 1960's that has a Negro origin?
The Twist
Name the organization whose slogan is, "A mind is a terrible thing to waste."
The United Negro College Fund
Name the instrument most associated with African music.
The drum
How much money did slave owners offer to anyone who captured Harriet Tubman?
$40,000
Shani Davis is the only Winter Olympian to win gold medals in back-to-back games in which event?
1000 meter short track
During four centuries, the Atlantic Slave trade removed how many people from West & Central Africa?
11.7 million people
How many predominantly Black colleges are in the United States?
117
It abolished and continues to prohibit slavery and involuntary servitude, except for crimes.
13th Amendment (1865)
Of the 15 jockeys who rode in the first Kentucky Derby in 1875, how many were Black?
14
This amendment provides a broad definition of citizenship, overruling the decision in Dred Scott.
14th Amendment (1868)
Which amendment gives every citizen the right to vote regardless of race, color or previous condition of servitude
15th Amendment (1870)
Name the church in Birmingham, AL where a bomb set-off by the KKK killed 4 young girls.
16th Street Baptist Church
In what year was the importation of slaves outlawed in the USA?
1808
In what year did Harriet Tubman escape from slavery?
1849
What year was the NAACP founded?
1909
Negro History Week was celebrated for the first time in February of what year?
1926
In what year, did amateur night at New York's famous Apollo Theater begin?
1934
When did James Del Rio become the first African American mortgage banker?
1953
When was Medgar Evers awarded the Spingarn Medal?
1963
At what event did Martin Luther King, Jr. deliver his "I have a Dream" speech?
1963 March on Washington
What year was the Civil Rights Act passed?
1964
What year was Malcolm X assassinated?
1965
In what year was Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. assassinated?
1968
What year did Martin Briscoe become the first African American quarterback in pro football?
1968
The Congressional Black Caucus began with 13 members in what year?
1970
What year was Dr. King's birthday signed into law as a national holiday by President Reagan?
1983
In 1983, President Ronald Reagan signed into law the King Holiday. What year was it first observed?
1986
A.W. Martin's 1889 invention goes hand in hand with the key. What is his invention?
The lock
What right did the 15th amendment of the U.S. Constitution give African American's?
The right to vote (1870)
Who was the first president to invite an African American man to the White House?
Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt
Who was the first African-American mayor of Los Angeles?
Thomas Bradley
Nicknamed "Hit Man," because of his unique build & destructive punches, his 1981 record: 32-0 (30 KOs).
Thomas Hearns
The white Naval pilot who tried to save Ensign Jesse Brown when he crashed landed during Korean war.
Thomas J. Hudner, Jr.
The math formula to determine percent of African blood made a child of mixed race was devised by whom?
Thomas Jefferson
A leading abolitionist, he was a free Black tradesman who operated a dry-cleaning business in NYC.
Thomas Jennings
In 1821, when I was thirty years old, I became the first Black granted a patent for dry scouring
Thomas Jennings
Who invented the dust mop in 1893?
Thomas W. Stewart
The lawyer for NAACP that argued before the Supreme Court on Brown vs. the Board of Education?
Thurgood Marshall
Who was the first African-American ever to sit on the U.S. Supreme Court?
Thurgood Marshall
He became the first player ever to win the U.S. Amateur Golf Tournament three times in a row.
Tiger Woods
What African American golfer was the first to win at The Masters?
Tiger Woods
Name the NBA player Shaq calls "The big Fundamentalist," and has lead the Spurs to 2 NBA titles.
Tim Duncan
This New Jersey native is the starting goalkeeper for team USA men's soccer.
Tim Howard
He holds dual citizenships for US & Germany, made his team USA debut against Argentina (Mar. 26, 2011).
Timothy "Timmy" Chandler
In the inaugural 1997 WNBA draft, who was selected the #1 overall pick by the Houston Comets?
Tina Thompson
Who is the WNBA's All-Time leading scorer?
Tina Thompson
Annie Mae Bullock is better know as whom?
Tina Turner
Her legs are still a part of her fame, and she was the spokesperson for Hanes Hosiery.
Tina Turner
What was the purpose of the Freedmen's Bureau?
To aide former slaves after the Civil War
Chemist Moddie Taylor was a member of the secret Manhattan Project. What was the project's goal?
To develop the atomic bomb
What was the purpose of the raid on Harper's Ferry?
To get ammunition
Who invented the fire extinguisher?
Tom J. Martin
Who is known as the hardest working man in radio?
Tom Joyner
The pyramids at Giza were originally built as these.
Tombs
The first African-American to win the 1993 Nobel Prize for Literature?
Toni Morrison
Who wrote Beloved and The Bluest Eyes?
Toni Morrison
Name the two African American coaches that played in super bowl 41, and their teams.
Tony Dungy (Colts) & Lovie Smith (Bears)
In 2007, who was the first African American head coach to win a super bowl, and for which team?
Tony Dungy (Indianapolis Colts)
Born a slave in 1749, he lead a slave uprising in 1791 (Haitian Revolution) defeated the British & Spanish.
Toussaint L'Ouverture
Europeans first went to Africa in search of what?
Trade routes
The M.A. Cherry invented what riding device?
Tricycle
During WWII, they were given second-hand planes & the most dangerous missions to defend America.
Tuskegee Airmen
He wrote, directed, and starred in Why Did I Get Married.
Tyler Perry
The House of Payne and Meet the Brown's was created by whom?
Tyler Perry
Who wrote the screenplay and directed the 2010 film "For Colored Girls?"
Tyler Perry
Wrote the plays about Madea's Class & Family Reunions, I do Can Bad All By Myself & Diary of a Mad Black Woman.
Tyler Perry
What supermodel was the first African-American model to appear on the cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue?
Tyra Banks
Who is the model whom became host of her own talk show?
Tyra Banks
This singer turned actor starred in the 2001 movie Baby Boy directed by John Singleton
Tyrese Gibson
Name the former USM player who has been the Defensive Coordinator for USM, South Carolina & Ole Miss.
Tyrone Nix
Who was the first African American head football coach for the Notre Dame fighting Irish?
Tyrone Willingham
Which United States Academy is known as West Point?
U.S. Military Academy
Which U.S. Academy cadets are called Midshipmen?
U.S. Naval Academy
Which NCAA men's basketball team has the longest consecutive winning streak from 1971 to 1974?
UCLA (89-consecutive wins)
What U.S. President named James M. Turner minister to Liberia in 1871?
Ulysses S. Grant
In 1966, Emmett Ashford became the first Black to hold this position in Major League Baseball?
Umpire
John Ridley created the original internet animation characters for this 2002 comedy starring Eddie Griffin
Undercover Brother
What name was given to a system used by slaves to find safety in the north?
Underground railroad
Who was the first African American mayor in Mississippi?
Unita Blackwell
Created in 1963, its goals are to combat racism in the church & strengthen the Black community.
United Church of Christ's Commission on Racial Justice
William H. Hastie, Jr. was the first African American to serve as governor of?
United States Virgin Islands
Dr. Freeman Hrabowski III was on Pres. Obama's short list to be Secretary of Education, name his University.
Univ. of Maryland, Baltimore County
What is the meaning of U.N.I.A?
Universal Negro Improvement Association (1914)
The only women's basketball team in NCAA Division I to finish consecutive seasons undefeated champions.
University of Connecticut
In 1837, Dr. James McCune Smith became the first Black to receive a medical degree from where?
University of Glasgow in Scotland
At the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics, who won the 100M gold medal in a world record time of 9.69 sec?
Usain Bolt
Who broke Michael Johnson's world and Olympic record in the 200M with at time of 19.30 seconds?
Usain Bolt
The debate over 1964 Civil Rights Act was the longest filibuster in US Senate. What is a filibuster?
Use of long speeches to delay legislative action
This singers debut was In 1993, and his current OMG Tour is performing to sell-out crowds.
Usher Raymond
On Jan. 20, 2011, who was sworn in as a Forrest County Justice Court Judge?
Vanessa Jones
The first Black woman to be appointed Assistant District Attorney in Forrest/ Perry County Miss.
Vanessa Jones
Who was crowned the first African American Miss America in 1983?
Vanessa Williams
Who was elected the first female Bishop of the AME Church?
Vashti Murphy McKenzie
In the 1950s, Dr. William A. Hinton's work in this research field made him famous?
Venereal Disease (dev. syphilis test)
They have won two Olympic gold medals in ladies doubles.
Venus & Serena Williams
On Feb. 25, 2002, who became the first African American woman to become the WTA #1 World player?
Venus Williams
Who has won more Olympic gold medals (1-single & 2- doubles) than any other female tennis player?
Venus Williams
Who is the second-highest career prize money ($27.7M) winner for women in professional sports?
Venus Williams
Who won back-to-back women's singles tennis titles at Wimbledon in 2000 and 2001?
Venus Williams
Which American colony was the first to outlaw slavery?
Vermont
On January 10, 1966, his Kelly settlement area home was bombed by the Klu Klux Klan (KKK).
Vernon Dahmer
A friend & advisor of Pres. Bill Clinton, he was the president of National Urban League from 1971-81.
Vernon E. Jordan, Jr.
Who was the first Black Mississippian to build a radio station with his own hands from the ground up?
Vernon Floyd
In 1962, she became the field secretary for SNCC & lead a boycott against Hattiesburg businesses.
Victoria Gray Adams
She is a founding member of the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party from Hattiesburg.
Victoria Gray Adams
Name the Major General who was the Army's Deputy Director of Operations during the Iraq War.
Vincent K. Brooks
Name the first Black to make Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard in 1998.
Vincent Patton III
In 2002, who won the Tony Award for Best Actress for her performances in August Wilson's "King Hedley II?"
Viola Davis
Won the 2010 Tony Award for Best Actress for her performances in August Wilson's "Fences."
Viola Davis
The 2011 movie, The Help, had several veteran Black actresses performing, notably, Cicely Tyson. Name two more.
Viola Davis, Octavia Spencer
In 1619, a Dutch ship brought the first Black slaves here?
Virginia
Born in Jackson, MS, he was the Executive Vice President of Miller Brewing Company from 1997-2005?
Virgis Colbert
A former track star now bob-sleder at the 2002 Winter Olympics & was the 1st Black, M or W, to win gold.
Vonetta Flowers-Jeffries
What piece of legislation did President Johnson sign on August 6, 1965?
Voting Rights Act
Outlawed discriminatory voting practices that had been responsible for disenfranchisement of Blacks.
Voting Rights Act of 1965
Who invented the printing press in 1878?
W.A. Lavalett
Who obtained the first patent on the paper bag in 1882?
W.B. Purvis
Who led the Niagara Movement?
W.E. B. DuBois
Who wrote the Souls of Black Folks, and was the first Black person to earn a PhD from Harvard?
W.E.B. DuBois
In 1899 the baby buggy was invented by whom?
W.H. Richardson
Sugar Ray Robinson's birth name was what?
Walker Smith, Jr.
What entrepreneur managed the Temptations & Supremes before founding a company on a recipe from his aunt?
Wally Amos
Who invented the hand stamp in 1883?
Walter B. Purvis
Lead the NAACP (1931 to 1955) & directed the legal challenges to segregation & disfranchisement.
Walter F. White
A Mississippi native, he won two NFL MVP Awards and the 1985 Super Bowl as the star running back.
Walter Payton
Born in Columbia, Miss., he went to Jackson State University as a running back, and was an All-American.
Walter Payton
Known as "Sweetness," he spent his entire NFL career (1975-1987) with the Chicago Bears.
Walter Payton
Who invented the comb?
Walter Simmons
The Pres. can send troops abroad w/ authorization by Congress or if US is under attack or threat.
War Powers Resolution of 1973
In what northwestern state did the 19th century pioneer George Washington establish the city of Centralia?
Washington
In what state did the 19th century pioneer George Washington establish the city of Centralia?
Washington
In what city can you visit the Anacostia Museum's collection devoted to African-American history and culture?
Washington, D.C.
Which American city was planned by a Black architect named Benjamin Banneker?
Washington, D.C.
In 1985, 45 top entertainers recorded what hit song written by Lionel Richie & Michael Jackson?
We Are The World
Who discovered that injecting vitamin C in cats & dogs could cure such things as tumors, allergies & epilepsy?
Wendell Belfield
In Danville, VA on May 23, 1952, he became the only Black driver to win a race in the now Sprint Cup Series.
Wendell Scott
Who was the first African American to obtain a NASCAR racing license in 1953?
Wendell Scott
In 1949, who became the first Black graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, but was the 6th Black admitted?
Wesley A. Brown
The United States Military Academy located the state of New York, name the city.
West Point
What New England industry was changed forever by the 19th century invention called Temple's Toggle?
Whaling
According to Guinness World Records, who is the most awarded female artist of all time?
Whitney Houston
Who is Caryn Elaine Johnson?
Whoopi Goldberg
Who is the actress that won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress, the second for a Black since 1939?
Whoopi Goldberg
What is the name of the oldest private university for African Americans in the U.S.?
Wilberforce University (1856)
In 1968, who was the first African American athlete at the University of Southern Mississippi?
Wilbert Jordan, Jr.
Name the rapper turned actor on the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Bad Boys, Independence Day, Hitch, Hancock, 7 Pounds.
Will Smith
Who was nominated for the Academy Awards Best Actor for Ali (2001) and The Pursuit of Happyness (2006)?
Will Smith
A comedian, actor, TV producer & educator that starred in "I Spy, Fat Albert & The Cosby Show."
William "Bill" Cosby
On January 26, 2010, who was sworn in as the 33rd mayor of the city of Birmingham, Alabama?
William A. Bell, Sr.
Who is known as "the father of the blues?"
William Christopher "W.C." Handy
What do the letters W E B in W.E. B. DuBois stand for?
William Edward Burghardt
Who was the first African-American to have a symphony performed by a major orchestra?
William Grant Still
Who was the first African American to become a federal judge in 1937?
William H. Hastie, Jr.
Name the first Black to serve a sub-cabinet post in the federal government in 1911?
William H. Lewis (Ast. Attorney General)
Received the Medal of Honor on May 23, 1900 almost 40 years after he so proudly served at Ft. Wagner
William Henry Carney
Who was the first African American recipient of the Medal of Honor for any branch of the military?
William Henry Carney
Name the Senior VP and Chief Marketing Officer for McDonald's USA.
William Lamar, Jr.
This renowned choral director at Tuskegee Institute, composed the Negro Folk Symphony.
William Levi Dawson
Who was the country's first African-American millionaire?
William Liedesdorff
During his time, he was the leading American abolitionist?
William Lloyd Garrison
He invented the fountain pen (1890)?
William Purvis
Born in Okolona, Mississippi, he retired from the Washington Post in 2005 as a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist.
William Raspberry
In 1896, the curtain rod supporter was invented by whom?
William S. Grant
In 1985, he was the first African American to represent a No. 1 draft pick for the NBA as his sports agent.
William Strickland
What is Willy T. Ribbs birth name?
William Theodore Ribbs, Jr.
Born into slavery in 1814, he escaped to the north and worked for abolitionist causes & was a prolific writer
William Wells Brown
Who was the first African American to publish a novel, a drama, and a travel book?
William Wells Brown
In 1970, who was the first African American to letter in football for the University of Southern Mississippi?
Willie Heidelberg
Who invented the egg beater in 1884?
Willie Johnson
The former mayor of San Francisco & the only Black to serve as Speaker of the Assembly in Calif.
Willie Lewis Brown, Jr.
Who won 2 NBA Championships (1970 & 73) with the NY Knicks, and played at Grambling State University?
Willis Reed
In 1991, who became the first African American to qualify for the Indianapolis 500?
Willy T. Ribbs
The first Black person to drive a Formula One car in 1986 for the Brabham team in Portugal was whom?
Willy T. Ribbs
Who was the first female runner to win three gold medals in one Olympic game?
Wilma Rudolph
Which professional basketball player scored over 100 points in one game?
Wilt Chamberlin
Bishop T.D. Jakes wrote which play that was made into a motion picture?
Woman Thou Art Loose
In 1766 a slave, Jenny Slew, sued her master, charging him with restraining her liberty. Outcome?
Won freedom; awarded 4 pounds damages
Name the organization that allowed former slaves to give an oral history for over 60 years?
Work Progress Administration
What wars did the Buffalo Soldiers fight in?
World War I, WWII, Korean
This New Orleans native was the first jazz musician to win a Pulitzer Prize.
Wynton Marsalis
What university in New Orleans was the first Black catholic university in the world?
Xavier University (1925)
In 1970, Carmen De Lavallade joined which School of Drama as a choreographer & performer-in-residence?
Yale University
In 1983, this Black Frenchman won the French Open.
Yannick Noah
Name the first African American to accompany Lewis and Clark on their expedition.
York
Who is currently the senior vice president of media at Sony Urban Music?
Yvette Noel-Schure
Name two African countries whose name begins with the letter "Z".
Zambia and Zimbabwe
In the Declaration of Independence, how many times is slavery mentioned?
Zero (founders felt slavery was out of their control)
Founded at Howard University, their national president is comedienne Sheryl Underwood.
Zeta Phi Beta (1920)
A 3-time Grand Slam mixed doubles champion, who was the 1990 runner up at Wimbledon ladies singles?
Zina Garrison
Why is Gabon known as one of the most prosperous country in Africa?
abundant natural resources
John A. Burr's device has been used by many people to keep green areas looking trim. Name?
lawn mower (rotary blades with gears)
Why did the NFL refuse to hold the 1993 Super Bowl in Phoenix, Arizona?
no celebration of Dr. King day
How did Jackie Robinson do in his first major league game?
no hits in 3 at-bats on April 15, 1947
Is Africa the largest or second-largest continent in the world?
second largest (after Asia)
What did medalists Tommy Smith & John Carlos do at the 1968 Olympics awards ceremony?
the Black Power salute
The Million Man March took place in 1995 in Washington, D.C. What was its goal?
unity, solidarity & male bonding
Today, Isaac Murphy still holds the record for most victory percentage, what is it?
won 628 of his 1412 starts (44%)
