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Who co-founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History in 1915?
Who co-founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History in 1915?
- Thurgood Marshall
- Frederick Douglass
- Barack Obama
- Carter G. Woodson (correct)
What significant event took place in 1926 regarding Black history?
What significant event took place in 1926 regarding Black history?
- The first celebration of Negro History Week (correct)
- The establishment of Black History Month
- The creation of the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History
- The publication of the first Black history textbook
What led to the inclusion of February as the month to celebrate Black History?
What led to the inclusion of February as the month to celebrate Black History?
- The signing of the Emancipation Proclamation
- The founding of the NAACP
- The birthdays of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln (correct)
- The end of World War II
Which U.S. president officially recognized Black History Month in 1976?
Which U.S. president officially recognized Black History Month in 1976?
Which of the following figures is known for fighting for equal rights during the 1950s and ’60s?
Which of the following figures is known for fighting for equal rights during the 1950s and ’60s?
Who was the first African-American female astronaut to travel to space?
Who was the first African-American female astronaut to travel to space?
Since its inception, which countries have joined the U.S. in celebrating Black history?
Since its inception, which countries have joined the U.S. in celebrating Black history?
What does Black History Month aim to honor?
What does Black History Month aim to honor?
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Negro History Week
Negro History Week
The second week of February dedicated to celebrating the contributions of African Americans to U.S. history, established in 1926 by the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History.
Civil War
Civil War
A historical event during the 19th century in the United States, primarily revolving around the enslavement of Black people.
Black History Month
Black History Month
The expansion of Negro History Week into a month-long celebration in 1976, recognizing the achievements of Black Americans throughout history.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
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Thurgood Marshall
Thurgood Marshall
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Mae Jemison
Mae Jemison
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Barack Obama
Barack Obama
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Black History Month globally
Black History Month globally
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