Black History Month Trivia

Question 1

What African American newspaper has been a voice for Dallas’ Black community since 1947?

Accepted Answer

Dallas Weekly

Question 2

What is the name of the self-guided culinary tour in Mesquite that spotlights local Black-owned restaurants?

Accepted Answer

Mesquite Foodie Trail: Black-Owned Trail

Question 3

What is Drake real name?

Accepted Answer

Aubrey Graham

Question 4

Who is known as the “Grandmother” of Juneteenth?

Accepted Answer

Opal Lee

Question 5

What was Kobe Bryant’s nickname that represented his mentality and approach to the game?

Accepted Answer

The Black Mamba

Question 6

What Dallas high school for African Americans later became a well-known performing arts school?

Accepted Answer

Booker T. Washington High School

Question 7

What historic Dallas neighborhood was once known as the heart of Black culture and business in the city?

Accepted Answer

Deep Ellum

Question 8

Which state has the most Historically Black College and Universities?

Accepted Answer

Alabama

Question 9

Which award-winning short film on African American cowboys screened in Mesquite for Black History Month?

Accepted Answer

Cowboys of Color” directed by Coy Poitier

Question 10

Cuba is rich in Afro-Cuban heritage. How far is Cuba from Florida at its closest point?

Accepted Answer

90 miles

Question 11

Who was the first Black artist to headline Coachella, which fans called “Beychella”?

Accepted Answer

Beyonce

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