BHM in Chicago Review

Question 1

The reason for creating Black History Week/Month was so African Americans had better representation in America.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 2

This person was a bouncer who started wearing the gold chains and jewelry that were taken from customers.

Accepted Answer

Mr. T

Question 3

Who was the first female athlete to dunk in an Illinois High School basketball game?

Accepted Answer

Candace Parker

Question 4

The group is very well known for their song “Let’s Groove” which is now popular on TikTok

Accepted Answer

Earth, Wind, and Fire

Question 5

Artists were able to help the Civil Rights Movement by providing images and propaganda for these protests.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 6

House Music became popular as it gave people of color and those in the LGBTQIA+ a safe space to hang out.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 7

Chance the Rapper‘s first mixtape was inspired by him graduating high school.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 8

Famous Chicago athletes have had the same opportunities as many other current professional athletes.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 9

This person was the co-founder of the DuSable African American History Museum.

Accepted Answer

Margaret Burroughs

Question 10

The Air Jordan has led to other athletes receiving major endorsements, following Michael Jordan’s deals.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 11

Michael Jordan was the first person to have a major shoe deal in sports.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 12

Jennifer Hudson became very famous after being in the movie/musical “Dreamgirls”

Accepted Answer

True

Question 13

Chaka Khan was a Black Panther before becoming famous.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 14

Who founded Black History Week?

Accepted Answer

Carter G Woodson

Question 15

What neighborhood did House music come from?

Accepted Answer

West Loop

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