Black History Month Quiz

What is the primary purpose of Black History Month?

• To promote American history in general

• To commemorate the contributions of black Americans

• To focus on the history of the Civil War

• To celebrate the achievements of all Americans

Who is known as the father of Black History?

• Martin Luther King Jr.

• Frederick Douglass

• Carter G. Woodson

• Barack Obama

In which year did President Gerald Ford officially recognize Black History Month?

• 1980

• 1990

• 1976

• 1965

What was Martin Luther King Jr.'s approach to protests during the Civil Rights Movement?

• Legal battles

• Political campaigns

• Nonviolent protests

• Violent protests

What significant action did Rosa Parks take in the fight against racial segregation?

• Led the March on Washington

• Refused to give up her bus seat

• Wrote influential books

• Delivered the 'I Have a Dream' speech

Which literary figure is known for highlighting racial oppression in the United States?

• James Baldwin

• Langston Hughes

• Toni Morrison

• Maya Angelou

Who was the first black president of the United States?

• George Washington

• Abraham Lincoln

• Bill Clinton

• Barack Obama

What is Kamala Harris known for in the context of Black History?

• First black female Secretary of State

• First black female astronaut

• First black female Supreme Court Justice

• First black female Vice President

Which event is suggested as a starting point for lessons inspired by Black History?

• Black History Month

• Juneteenth

• Rosa Parks Day

• Martin Luther King Jr. Day

What is a recommended way to learn about Black History Month?

• Reading only modern history books

• Ignoring historical events

• Watching television channels with Black History Month programming

• Focusing solely on recent achievements