Black History Quiz Bowl Round 1

Which month was chosen to celebrate Black History?

Who was the first African American to become President?

Who was the civil rights leader to refuse to give up her seat on the bus?

Who is the author of Uncle Tom's Cabin?

What term means to place judgement upon someone based on one's opinion of race, religion, etc.?

Who was the civil rights leader who won the Nobel Peace Prize at age 35?

Name the slave that argued before the U.S. Supreme court for his freedom prior to the Civil War and lost.

What term means the practice of owning another person?

Who was the first African American to play in the major leagues?

Which amendment ended slavery?

Name the federal holiday celebrated on the 3rd Monday in January every year.

What term means to refuse to take part in an activity or events?

Which state first abolished slavery?

Which President helped to end slavery?

What is the name of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s famous speech?