CHA Black History Month 2017

Question 1

Which black athlete ruined Hitler's plans for the Berlin Olympics of 1936?

Accepted Answer

Jesse Owens

Question 2

In 1987 this women became the first black women to be elected to the House of Commons

Accepted Answer

Diane Abbott

Question 3

Laurie Cunningham of WBA and Real Madrid became England's first black footballer in which year?

Accepted Answer

1979

Question 4

Stevie Wonder, a blind, black musician from a poor family had his first US No 1 when he was ..

Accepted Answer

13

Question 5

What was MLK's original first name?

Accepted Answer

Michael

Question 6

What is the name of this 18th C former slave and abolitionist?

Accepted Answer

Ottobah Cugoano

Question 7

Which of the following are Muhammad Ali quotes?

Accepted Answer

The best way to make your dreams come true is to wake up, I am the greatest, Don't count the days, make the days count

Question 8

Beyonce and her dancers dressed as which militant Black Power group at the 2014 Superbowl?

Accepted Answer

Black Panther Party, Malcolm X

Question 9

Walter Tull is famous for being ....

Accepted Answer

Britain's first black outfield professional footballer, The brother of Scotland's first black dentist, The first black officer in the British Army

Question 10

The term 'Civil Rights' is often connected to Black History - what does it mean?

Accepted Answer

The right to political and social freedom and equality

Question 11

In which year did Beverly Johnson become the first black model on the cover of Vogue?

Accepted Answer

1974

Question 12

What is the main purpose of Black History Month?

Accepted Answer

To inspire greater appreciation of Black History

Question 13

In 1987 this women became the first black women to be elected to the House of Commons

Accepted Answer

Diane Abbott

Question 14

How many years has Black History Month been celebrated?

Accepted Answer

30

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