Black History Month Family Trivia

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Who was often referred to as the First Lady of Song?

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Ella Fitzgerald

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This American writer of poetry and children's fiction won the Newbery Medal in 2015 for his verse novel The Crossover.

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Kwame Alexander

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Who was the politician and lawyer who represented Illinois in the United States Senate from 1993-1999?

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Carol Moseley Braun

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This person is an actress and former professional boxer. She left the ring with a 24 wins and 0 losses.

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Laila Ali

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This American artist and illustrator is best known for his watercolor illustrations, which can be found in books such as Jacqueline Woodson's The Other Side.

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E.B. Lewis

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This American poet and activist delivered her poem, "The Hill We Climb" at the inauguration of U.S. President Joe Biden.

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Amanda Gorman

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This American track and field athlete won four Olympic gold medals in the 1936 Olympic Games.

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Jesse Owens

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This person's career as the "First Lady of Gospel Music" has spanned over six decades.

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Shirley Ceasar

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Who became Georgia’s first African American Senator after winning a runoff election on January 5, 2021, and has been the senior pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church Atlanta, Georgia since 2005?

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Raphael Warnock

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This American singer, songwriter and dancer was dubbed the "King of Pop."

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Michael Jackson