CBG Black History Month Trivia 2023

Madam C.J. Walker created a line of haircare products for African American women. Which Netflix show features her story?

Founded in 1984 Bill Pickett has the only African American touring _____. (Photo is not hint?)

George Washington Carver developed around 300 different products, from cheese and milk to dye and soap, all using what?

In 2015, Viola Davis became the first Black woman to win a Emmy Award for lead actress in a drama for her work on what?

While Black History Month originated in the U.S., what three other countries recognize Black History Month? (3 answers)

Name this famous singer.

First established in what city, the NAACP was founded in 1909.

What is the Weeknd's real name?

Who was the first black Major League Baseball (MLB) player in modern history?

Hattie McDaniel was the first African American to win an Academy Award for what movie?

What 4 colors are used during Black History Month to symbolize unity and pride?

Juneteenth, which became an official federal holiday in 2021, commemorates this:

Ruth E. Carter became the first black woman to win an Oscar for Best Costume Design for her work on which movie?

When Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on the bus, She was a seamstress at the Montgomery Fair department?

Sylvia Robinson (Hip-Hop’s First Godmother) produced the first-ever commercially successful rap record with which album?

When did the celebration of Black History Month begin?

Oprah Winfrey was the first African American to become a billionaire.

Comp. scientist Lisa Gelobter assisted with the 1995 creation of ___, tech. that led to the development of web animation