HBCU Greeks

Wanda Sykes, Emmy-winning member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. graduated from:

• Talladega College

• Hampton University

• Tuskegee University

• Grambling State University

What does the acronym HBCU stand for?

• Historically Black Colleges and Universities

• Higher Black Colleges and Universities

• Historical Black Community Universities

• Higher Black Community Universities

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which of the following sentences uses 'Greek' correctly in the context of HBCU Greeks?

• The Greek salad was delicious.

• She joined a Greek organization at her HBCU.

• He studied Greek mythology in college.

• They visited the Greek islands last summer.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Identify the correct sentence structure: 'HBCU Greeks are known for their community service.'

• Subject-Verb-Object

• Subject-Verb-Complement

• Subject-Verb-Adverb

• Subject-Verb-Subject

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CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.1F

Choose the correct synonym for 'fraternity' in the context of HBCU Greeks.

• Brotherhood

• Sorority

• Community

• Society

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which word best completes the sentence? 'The HBCU Greeks organized a _______ to raise funds for scholarships.'

• gala

• debate

• lecture

• seminar

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What is the primary purpose of HBCU Greek organizations?

• Academic excellence

• Social networking

• Community service

• Sports activities

Which of the following is a common activity among HBCU Greeks?

• Hosting cultural events

• Playing video games

• Traveling abroad

• Studying ancient history

What literary device is used in the phrase 'HBCU Greeks are the backbone of the community'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Alliteration

• Hyperbole

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.RL.2.4

Which of the following best describes the tone of a speech given by an HBCU Greek leader?

• Inspirational

• Melancholic

• Humorous

• Indifferent

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4