The Origins and Impact of Black History Month Quiz

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

• Martin Luther King Jr.

• Malcolm X

• Carter G. Woodson

• Frederick Douglass

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.

What was the original name of Black History Month?

• Black History Week

• Month of Freedom

• Week of Black History

• Black Culture Week

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

• 1969

• 1976

• 1981

• 1990

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.

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

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.

During Black History Month, which president of the United States officially recognized this observance at the federal level?

• John F. Kennedy

• Richard Nixon

• Gerald Ford

• Jimmy Carter

During Black History Month, which significant civil rights event is often highlighted?

• The signing of the Civil Rights Act of 1964

• The Montgomery Bus Boycott

• The March on Washington

• All of the above

During Black History Month, which organization played a key role in its establishment?

• The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)

• The Black Panther Party

• The Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH)

• The United Negro College Fund