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Black History Month Knowledge

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 6mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

How much did you know about Black History Month prior to starting your research project?

a)

I was an expert!

b)

I knew some information.

c)

I knew a little bit of information.

d)

I had never heard of it before.

2.

Who is the "Father of Black History?"

a)

Frederick Douglass

b)

Martin Luther King Jr.

c)

Cater G. Woodson

d)

Abraham Lincoln

3.

Who was the First Lady of Civil Rights?

a)

Harriett Tubman

b)

Ruby Bridges

c)

Rosa Parks

4.

How long was the first celebration of Black History?

a)

one day

b)

one week

c)

one month

d)

one year

5.

What is the Harlem Renaissance?

a)

The home of the poet and writer, Langston Hughes

b)

A movement that promoted music and literary works of African Americans

c)

A type of poetry written from the experiences of African Americans

d)

A dance move

6.

When do we celebrate Black History Month?

a)

June

b)

December

c)

April

d)

February

7.
Why was February chosen as the month to recognize the history and contributions of African Americans?
a)
It coincides with the birthdays of Fredrick Douglas and Abraham Lincoln
b)
It is the shortest month of the year
c)
February is the holy month of Ramadan
8.

Since what decade have presidents issued proclamations endorsing Black History Month? (Clue: it started during the 20th century)

(a)  

9.

Which was an invention created by a notable African American?

a)

potato chips

b)

super soaker

c)

traffic light

d)

door knob

10.

Who are you researching for your Black History Month Project?

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