Black History Month Flashcard

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Why was the second week of February chosen for "Negro History Week"?

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It includes the birthdays of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln

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Who was Frederick Douglass?

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An abolitionist

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What is the main focus of Black History Month?

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Celebrating the achievements and history of African Americans

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What did many schools and leaders begin recognizing after the creation of Negro History Week?

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The week after its creation

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In which month is Black History Month celebrated in the United States?

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February

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How often is Black History Month celebrated in the United States?

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Every year

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What is the significance of Black History Month according to the text?

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To honor the accomplishments of Black Americans

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Who delivered the "I Have a Dream" speech?

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Martin Luther King, Jr.

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What does Black History Month honor?

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All Black people from all periods of U.S. history

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What is the significance of Mae Jemison in African-American history?

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First female African-American astronaut to travel to space