Black History Trivia 1

I am known for being the first African American Supreme Court justice. Who am I?

My famous quote is: "Hold fast to your dreams, for without them life is a broken winged bird that cannot fly."

I published the first book of poetry by a black author in 1773. Who am I?

One of my most famous quotes is: "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere."

I wrote "The Black National Anthem" known as "Lift Every Voice and Sing." Who am I?

I am the first African American woman to hold a pilot license.

I broke the Major Leagues' color barrier when I played first base for the Brooklyn Dodgers on April 15, 1947. Who am I?

I was an advisor to presidents of the United States. Who am I?

Nat King Cole was the first Black American to host a television show.

I am known as the author for the 1976 book Roots. Who am I?

I am known as the conductor of the Underground Railroad. I never lost a passenger. Who am I?

I was the first Black female millionaire in American thanks to my line of hair care products for Black women. Who am I?

Carter G. Woodson is known as the Father of Black History Month.

I was an advisor to presidents of the United States. Who am I?

I am known as being an AME Church Bishop who started a school in Charleston, SC. Who am I?

I discovered over 300 uses for peanuts including chili sauce, shampoo, shaving cream and glue. Who am I?

I served as the 44th President of the United States. Who am I?

I am the Father of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Who am I?

I was convicted and hung for planning a slave rebellion in Charleston, SC.

I was the first Black woman known to refuse to give up my seat on a bus. Who am I?

Bessie Smith was the most popular female blues singer of the 1920s and 1930s.