Black History Month Quiz

When was Black History Month officially recognized in the United States?

• 1915

• 1926

• 1976

• 1980

Who co-founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History?

• Martin Luther King, Jr.

• Carter G. Woodson

• Frederick Douglass

• Thurgood Marshall

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

• To honor Martin Luther King, Jr.

• To recognize the contributions of African Americans

• To include the birthdays of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln

• To celebrate the end of the Civil War

Who was the first African-American justice appointed to the United States Supreme Court?

• Martin Luther King, Jr.

• Mae Jemison

• Barack Obama

• Thurgood Marshall

Which African American became the first female astronaut to travel to space?

• Martin Luther King, Jr.

• Thurgood Marshall

• Mae Jemison

• Barack Obama

In which year was Barack Obama elected as the first African-American president of the United States?

• 1992

• 2008

• 2000

• 2012

Which country joined the United States in celebrating Black History Month?

• China

• France

• Canada

• Mexico

What activities are used to continue the discussion of Black people and their contributions during Black History Month?

• Science experiments and art workshops

• Museum exhibits and film screenings

• Cooking classes and sports events

• Music concerts and dance performances

Who led the United States during the Civil War?

• Frederick Douglass

• Thurgood Marshall

• Abraham Lincoln

• Martin Luther King, Jr.

What was the primary reason for the Civil War in the United States?

• Equal rights for all citizens

• Economic development

• End of racial discrimination

• Enslavement of Black people