Black wall street

Where was Black Wall Street located?

• Atlanta, Georgia

• Tulsa, Oklahoma

• Montgomery, Alabama

• Chicago, Illinois

How many businesses were present in the Black Wall Street district?

• 10

• Over 300

• about 230

• less then 300

Who were the founders of Black Wall Street?

• European immigrants

• African American settlers

• Asian American entrepreneurs

• Native American tribes

 What types of businesses operated in the district?

• Only restaurants

• only hotels

• only theaters

• Various businesses including restaurants, hotels, theaters, and stores

What was the significance of J.B. Stradford in Black Wall Street?

• He was a famous musician

• He was a prominent African American businessman

• He was a politician

    

• He was a religious leader

What national organization supported Black entrepreneurship in the area?

• NAACP

• Southern Christian Leadership Conference

• Negro Business League

• Black panthers

When did the Tulsa Race Riot occur?

• 1910

• 1921

• 1935

• 1945

What events unfolded during the Tulsa Race Riot of 1921?

• Peaceful protests

• White mob attack on the district

• Building of new businesses

• Negro Investigation

How was the destruction of Black Wall Street described?

• A time of great growth

• An era of prosperity

•  "A midnight abyss...a blanket of darkness"

• "A shining example of unity"

What impact did the Tulsa Race Riot have on the African American community in Tulsa?

• Economic growth

• Increased segregation

• Loss of lives, businesses, and homes

• Slavery