Juneteenth Video Quiz

What is the significance of Juneteenth?

• It is the day the Emancipation Proclamation was signed.

• It marks the end of the Civil War.

• It celebrates the freedom of slaves in the United States.

• It is a day to honor Abraham Lincoln.

Who issued the Emancipation Proclamation?

• Ulysses S. Grant

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• Abraham Lincoln

When did the Union army arrive in Galveston, Texas, to enforce the freedom of slaves?

• January 1, 1863

• July 4, 1865

• September 22, 1862

• June 18, 1865

In which year did Juneteenth become an official state holiday in Texas?

• 2021

• 1965

• 1980

• 1865

What are some common ways people celebrate Juneteenth?

• Parades, marches, and barbecues

• Fireworks and concerts

• Candlelight dinners and speeches

• Silent vigils and fasting