February Celebrate Black History Month

He served in the U.S. Congress for over 30 years and marched beside Martin Luther King Jr. in the 1960s. Who is he?

He was an American actor known for portraying real-life historical figures and played Black Panther.

He was one of the greatest boxers in history and the first fighter to win the world heavyweight championship 3 times.

He is a well-known actor and started his own production company. He also works for the charity Feeding America.

Which of the following is NOT true about Neil deGrasse Tyson?

One of the most successful singer and songwriters, he released "Happy Birthday", a song celebrating Dr. King. Who is he?

Who is an American gymnast and the first African American to become the individual all-around gold medal winner?

She was a singer/songwriter who covered music genres from Blues and Jazz, to Gospel and Pop.

He's one of the greatest pitchers of all time and the first African American pitcher in the American League in 1948.

She is the first female African American lead dancer at the American Ballet Theater.

Which statement is NOT true about Sojourner Truth?

She is a celebrated educator, activist and author who helps build communities for economic, racial, and gender justice.

Which of the following is NOT true about Oprah Winfrey?

He was the first African American to win an Academy Award for Best Actor in 1964.

He was an iconic jazz trumpeter and bandleader in the 1920s.

Who is this?

She is known for refusing to give up her seat on a bus to a white passenger in Montgomery, Alabama. Who is she?

He is an actor, director, and author. He was in Roots and Star Trek and was the main host for Reading Rainbow.

He is an NBA player for the Los Angeles Lakers and has won 4 NBA Finals.

She was the First Lady of the U.S. from 2008-2016, and she was a lawyer.