Black History and Contributions Quiz

The video explores Black History Month, highlighting the contributions of black explorers like Matthew Henson and Katherine Johnson. It discusses Henson's Arctic expeditions and Johnson's role in NASA's space missions. Candacy Taylor's work on The Green Book is also featured, emphasizing its historical significance. Asha Stewart shares her storytelling approach, focusing on African-American communities and climate change.

When was Black History Month first observed?

• 1966

• 1976

• 1996

• 1986

What role did Matthew Henson play in Arctic exploration?

• Doctor

• Photographer

• Cook

• Navigator

How many years did Henson and Peary spend trying to reach the North Pole?

• 8 years

• 18 years

• 28 years

• 38 years

What was the purpose of The Green Book?

• A novel

• A history book

• A cookbook

• A travel guide for black people

Why are most Green Book sites no longer around?

• Natural disasters

• Urban renewal

• Lack of interest

• Economic downturn

What field of math did Katherine Johnson use for her calculations?

• Geometry

• Algebra

• All of the above

• Calculus

Who was the first black female astronaut to go into space?

• Dorothy Vaughn

• Mae Jemison

• Mary Jackson

• Yvonne Cagle

How old was Katherine Johnson when she passed away?

• 101

• 104

• 102

• 98

What is Asha Stewart's profession?

• Mathematician

• Anthropologist

• Engineer

• Doctor

What community does Asha Stewart document in her current story?

• Gullah Geechee

• Harlem Renaissance

• Tuskegee Airmen

• Buffalo Soldiers