Black History Month Quiz

What is the primary purpose of Black History Month?

• To commemorate the end of slavery

• To promote African culture

• To honor the contributions of African Americans

• To celebrate all American history

Who is known as the 'Father of Black History'?

• Frederick Douglass

• Martin Luther King Jr.

• Abraham Lincoln

• Carter G. Woodson

Why was the second week of February initially chosen for Black History Week?

• It coincided with the birthdays of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln

• It was the only available week

• It marked the end of the Civil War

• It was the warmest week of the month

Which U.S. President extended Black History Week to a month-long celebration?

• Gerald Ford

• John F. Kennedy

• Richard Nixon

• Lyndon B. Johnson

What year did Black History Month officially begin?

• 1965

• 1980

• 1926

• 1976

Who was the first African-American female astronaut to travel to space?

• Harriet Tubman

• Mae Jemison

• Ruby Bridges

• Rosa Parks

Which countries, besides the United States, also celebrate Black History Month?

• Australia and New Zealand

• Brazil and Argentina

• Canada and the United Kingdom

• France and Italy

Which civil rights leader is frequently mentioned during Black History Month?

• Nelson Mandela

• Malcolm X

• Martin Luther King Jr.

• Barack Obama

What types of activities are commonly associated with Black History Month?

• Music festivals

• Museum exhibits and movie screenings

• Sports tournaments

• Food fairs

What is one of the main goals of Black History Month?

• To encourage the study of African American accomplishments all year long

• To promote African tourism

• To end racial discrimination

• To celebrate American independence