The Origins and Impact of Black History Month Quiz

The Origins and Impact of Black History Month Quiz

5th Grade

12 Qs

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The Origins and Impact of Black History Month Quiz

The Origins and Impact of Black History Month Quiz

Assessment

Quiz

History

5th Grade

Hard

Created by

Tanya Martindale

Used 5+ times

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12 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During Black History Month, who is celebrated as the "Father of Black History"?

Martin Luther King Jr.

Malcolm X

Carter G. Woodson

Frederick Douglass

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is February recognized as Black History Month?

It is the month of the Emancipation Proclamation.

It is the month of the birth of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass.

It has the fewest number of days.

It was the month the Civil Rights Act was signed.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the original name of Black History Month?

Black History Week

Month of Freedom

Week of Black History

Black Culture Week

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what year was It's Black History Month officially recognized by the United States government?

1969

1976

1981

1990

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has It's Black History Month impacted education in the United States?

It has become a federal holiday.

It has led to the inclusion of African American history in school curricula.

It has replaced other history subjects in schools.

It is only observed in colleges and universities.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During Black History Month, it's important to recognize key figures. What was Carter G. Woodson's profession before he played a pivotal role in its creation?

A lawyer

A historian

A teacher

A doctor

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main objective of Carter G. Woodson in creating It's Black History Month?

To ensure federal recognition of the achievements of African Americans.

To replace American history with African American history.

To promote the study of African American history and celebrate achievements.

To create a new public holiday.

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