Black History Month & A Few Leaders

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to celebrate Black power and pride in our communities during Black History Month?

• It helps us learn about important historical figures and events.

• It encourages unity and pride within the community.

• It allows us to ignore history and focus on the present.

• It is only important for certain groups of people.

Multiple Choice

Which leader ruled the Mali Empire in West Africa during the 1300s and promoted education, libraries, and learning?

• Mansa Musa

• Halie Selassie

• Sojourner Truth

• W.E.B. Dubois

Multiple Choice

Which of the following figures escaped enslavement and became a powerful speaker for freedom and equality?

• Sojourner Truth

• Josephine Baker

• Halie Selassie

• W.E.B. Dubois

Multiple Select

Select all the contributions made by W.E.B. Dubois.

• Helped start the NAACP

• Believed education was key to freedom

• Was an international dancer

• Encouraged young people to lead with knowledge

Multiple Choice

Which leader believed in making 'good trouble' and inspired young people to stand up for justice?

• John Lewis

• Ralph David Abernathy

• Alvin Ailey

• Michelle Obama

Multiple Choice

Which of the following individuals used dance to tell Black stories and emotions?

• Michelle Obama

• Alvin Ailey

• Chadwick Boseman

• Ralph David Abernathy

Multiple Select

Select all the qualities that Michelle Obama demonstrated as First Lady of the United States.

• Advocate for education, health, and leadership

• Role model for confidence and kindness

• Showed movement can express history and hope

• Encouraged young people to believe in themselves

Open Ended

How can you, as a future leader, be inspired by the achievements and values of the individuals discussed in this lesson?

Multiple Choice

When do we celebrate Black History Month?

• January

• February

• March

• April

Multiple Choice

Is Black History Month only celebrated in schools?

• Yes, only in schools

• No, it is celebrated in communities and families too

• Only in libraries

• Only in museums

Multiple Choice

Do other countries celebrate Black History in February?

• Yes, all countries celebrate in February

• No, some countries celebrate in different months

• Only the USA celebrates in February

• No countries celebrate Black History Month

Multiple Select

Which of the following are ways families can celebrate Black History Month?

• Chatting with grandparents about history

• Creating colourful artworks

• Attending storytelling sessions at museums

• Telling family what you've learnt

Open Ended

Explain two different ways communities can celebrate Black History Month, based on the information provided.