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Black History Scavenger Hunt

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 5hrs 0mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

This famous singer was the first African American to perform at the White House. Hint: You may find the answer at the end of the 2nd grade hall.

a)

Michael Jackson

b)

Marion Anderson

c)

Mahalia Jackson

2.

This duo is known as the "Queen of Soul" and the "Godfather of Soul"? Hint: Ms. ________ Johnson might have the answer.

a)

Aretha Franklin & James Brown

b)

Pattie LaBelle & Stevie Wonder

c)

Whitney Houston & Luther Vandross

3.

Fill in the blanks: Rosa _______ so Martin could _________ so Obama could _______. Hint: Mrs. Mak created so you could learn.

a)

laughed, sing, smile

b)

swam, write, speak

c)

sat, walk, run

4.

Ms. Liburd lit candles for these musical legends.

a)

Luther Vandross

b)

James Ingram

c)

Michael Jackson

d)

All of the above

5.

This movie was based on an untold story of three mathematical geniuses: Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughn, and Mary Jackson. Hint: And the award goes to... Ms. Hemphill!

a)

Black Panther

b)

Hidden Figures

c)

I Love Math

6.

Who was known as "The Buckeye Bullet"? Hint: Ms. S. Johnson has all the information.

a)

Jussie Smollett

b)

Jesse Owens

c)

Jesse Jackson

7.

We all love a good blockbuster. Check out Mr. Carter's favorites. Which blockbuster is based on a city in Alabama?

a)

Malcom X

b)

Redtails

c)

Selma

d)

The Help

8.

Who gave the famous "I Have a Dream" speech? Hint: I have a dream that Ms. Savary's door has the answer.

a)

Dr. Kyia Clark

b)

Dr. Stephen Green

c)

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

d)

Dr. Ben Carson

9.

This civil rights activist attended the Alabama State Teachers College for Negroes. Hint: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and this individual "are neighbors".

a)

Ralph David Abernathy, Sr.

b)

Rosa Parks

c)

Althea Gibson

10.

This American Muslim Minister was also a Human Rights Activist. Hint: I'm GREEN with envy at how awesome this display is.

a)

Malcom X

b)

Muhammad Ali

c)

Louis Farrakhan

11.

Who was the first African American to serve as a US Supreme Court Justice? Hint: Ms. Carty has a quote to share.

a)

Clarence Thomas

b)

Barack Obama

c)

Thurgood Marshall

12.

This 6 year-old participated in the integration of the New Orleans School System. Hint: Some of Ms. Watkins' students are 6 years-old too!

a)

Oprah Winfrey

b)

Gwendolyn Brooks

c)

Ruby Bridges

13.

Who was the first African American to hold a pilot license in 1921? Hint: The Special Education department has great information to share. Check them out!

a)

Vonetta Flowers

b)

Bessie Coleman

c)

Wilson C. Riles

14.

Enter the beehive to find the answer to the following question: This young entrepreneur makes delicious lemonade with honey, flaxseed, and mint?

a)

Little Debbie

b)

Mikaila Ulmer

c)

Famous Amos

15.

Task: Complete the Black Girl Magic matching activity created by Mrs. K. James at the Drama Room. Turn your completed form in to Ms. James. (one form per homeroom) Remember to include your name. Did you complete this task?

a)

Yes

b)

No

16.

This athletic duo is known, worldwide, for their amazing tennis skills. Hint: Ms. Okoma-Sanders hit a Grand Slam with her display.

a)

Tia & Tamera Mowry

b)

Beyonce & Solange Knowles

c)

Venus & Serena Williams

17.

Ms. Kolar is "Running to Victory" with all of these extraordinary Olympians, EXCEPT.

a)

Florence Joyner

b)

Jackie Kersee

c)

Ruth Carol Taylor

d)

Wilma Rudolph

18.

Players on the Negro League played what sport? Hint: Third grade is proud to present the Sports Hall of Fame.

a)

Basketball

b)

Baseball

c)

Football

d)

Soccer

19.

Task: Go to Flipgrid: Black History Trivia and record your rendition of the first verse of the "Black National Anthem". You may read or sing. Did you complete this task?

a)

Yes

b)

No

20.

Barack Obama was elected as the first black:

a)

U. S. President

b)

U. S. Senator

c)

U. S. Congressman