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Where was the first 'sit-in' at a segregated lunch counter?
Where was the first 'sit-in' at a segregated lunch counter?
Greensboro, North Carolina
Where was Malcolm X killed?
Where was Malcolm X killed?
Manhattan
Who was the first African American Nobel Peace Prize winner?
Who was the first African American Nobel Peace Prize winner?
Ralph Bunche
Who was the first African American to serve as a U.S. Senator?
Who was the first African American to serve as a U.S. Senator?
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In Jay-Z's '03 Bonnie & Clyde, what does he say all he needs in this life of sin is?
In Jay-Z's '03 Bonnie & Clyde, what does he say all he needs in this life of sin is?
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What fraternity was Martin Luther King Jr. a member of?
What fraternity was Martin Luther King Jr. a member of?
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What did not fit in O.J. Simpson's trial?
What did not fit in O.J. Simpson's trial?
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Everybody hates who?
Everybody hates who?
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What is one thing your mom doesn't leave the house without?
What is one thing your mom doesn't leave the house without?
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During the summer, where were you supposed to be?
During the summer, where were you supposed to be?
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What did your mom whoop you with when you got in trouble?
What did your mom whoop you with when you got in trouble?
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What is the first thing Black people look at when they greet you?
What is the first thing Black people look at when they greet you?
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What was the name of the radio station Martin Payne worked in on the TV show 'Martin'?
What was the name of the radio station Martin Payne worked in on the TV show 'Martin'?
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What was the last name of the family on 'Good Times'?
What was the last name of the family on 'Good Times'?
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What was Fred Sanford's son's name on the TV show 'Sanford and Son'?
What was Fred Sanford's son's name on the TV show 'Sanford and Son'?
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What is a 'shorty'?
What is a 'shorty'?
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Who was the original host of 'Soul Train'?
Who was the original host of 'Soul Train'?
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Tupac played the role of who in the movie 'Juice'?
Tupac played the role of who in the movie 'Juice'?
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Bobby Brown was a member of what teenage boy band?
Bobby Brown was a member of what teenage boy band?
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Finish the line: 'It ain't no fun if...'
Finish the line: 'It ain't no fun if...'
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What does a du-rag do?
What does a du-rag do?
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Who invented the phrase 'Whoodie Who'?
Who invented the phrase 'Whoodie Who'?
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What is normally yelled when a fight is being recorded?
What is normally yelled when a fight is being recorded?
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Big Momma normally refers to?
Big Momma normally refers to?
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Who scored 81 in a basketball game?
Who scored 81 in a basketball game?
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What year did slavery become illegal?
What year did slavery become illegal?
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What sport do most African American men play professionally?
What sport do most African American men play professionally?
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Name the person who said it and from which movie: 'Ain't nobody coming to see you Otis'
Name the person who said it and from which movie: 'Ain't nobody coming to see you Otis'
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Name that movie: 'You Shall Is Ugly!!'
Name that movie: 'You Shall Is Ugly!!'
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Name that movie: 'You win some, you lose some but you live to fight another day'
Name that movie: 'You win some, you lose some but you live to fight another day'
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Name that movie: 'Come on sit down and eat the cake Anna Mae'
Name that movie: 'Come on sit down and eat the cake Anna Mae'
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Name that movie: 'We don't want a good principal we want Mr. Clark!'
Name that movie: 'We don't want a good principal we want Mr. Clark!'
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What's the main card game most Black people play?
What's the main card game most Black people play?
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What goes with collard greens?
What goes with collard greens?
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What happens when you step on a crack?
What happens when you step on a crack?
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What do Black people use to moisturize their skin?
What do Black people use to moisturize their skin?
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When you were younger, what time did you need to be in the house?
When you were younger, what time did you need to be in the house?
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Who was Dwayne Wayne's girlfriend?
Who was Dwayne Wayne's girlfriend?
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Who went to live with their uncle and auntie in Bel-Air?
Who went to live with their uncle and auntie in Bel-Air?
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What does 'B.A.P.S' stand for?
What does 'B.A.P.S' stand for?
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Who was trapped in the closet?
Who was trapped in the closet?
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Finish the line: 'Innnnn West Philadelphia, Born & Raised ________'
Finish the line: 'Innnnn West Philadelphia, Born & Raised ________'
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Who said this line in 'Friday': 'Imma call you...but if you come by I won't call you. Okay? Don't Ever, Ever, Evvvveerrr Come by here, Okay?'
Who said this line in 'Friday': 'Imma call you...but if you come by I won't call you. Okay? Don't Ever, Ever, Evvvveerrr Come by here, Okay?'
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How many members are there in New Edition, and name them!
How many members are there in New Edition, and name them!
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When was the University of Mississippi integrated?
When was the University of Mississippi integrated?
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Who did Erykah Badu say you better call?
Who did Erykah Badu say you better call?
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Who was the first Black Cinderella?
Who was the first Black Cinderella?
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Who has the best biscuits?
Who has the best biscuits?
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What's something your mama told you to do that she can ask for you to give her?
What's something your mama told you to do that she can ask for you to give her?
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What's one event that all Black people show out for?
What's one event that all Black people show out for?
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What was the coolest dance of the 80s & 90s?
What was the coolest dance of the 80s & 90s?
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If you are eating chicken noodle soup, what are you having on the side?
If you are eating chicken noodle soup, what are you having on the side?
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How many fights did the Fresh Prince get into before his mom got scared?
How many fights did the Fresh Prince get into before his mom got scared?
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Which one of these dishes made by our grandparents leaves the worst odor?
Which one of these dishes made by our grandparents leaves the worst odor?
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Which 90s sitcom was aired the longest? Extra points if you know how many seasons exactly.
Which 90s sitcom was aired the longest? Extra points if you know how many seasons exactly.
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Which couple of iconic Black sitcoms was the best? and name their sitcom!
Which couple of iconic Black sitcoms was the best? and name their sitcom!
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When someone gets up to give their testimony, what do they usually start off with?
When someone gets up to give their testimony, what do they usually start off with?
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There's most likely to be a fight at the party if the DJ plays what song?
There's most likely to be a fight at the party if the DJ plays what song?
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Finish the line: 'Make that money...'
Finish the line: 'Make that money...'
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Timberland boots are the official shoe of what city?
Timberland boots are the official shoe of what city?
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Where can you find the best celebrity tea and gossip on social media?
Where can you find the best celebrity tea and gossip on social media?
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Which state was home to 'America's Black Wall Street' until 1921?
Which state was home to 'America's Black Wall Street' until 1921?
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Which of the seven principles of Kwanzaa means unity?
Which of the seven principles of Kwanzaa means unity?
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Who's nickname was 'Dragon Breath' on House Party?
Who's nickname was 'Dragon Breath' on House Party?
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Your mama always said that 'A Hard Head Makes....'
Your mama always said that 'A Hard Head Makes....'
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What should you do after you Wobble?
What should you do after you Wobble?
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Who is 'Searching for a Real Love, Someone to set her heart free'?
Who is 'Searching for a Real Love, Someone to set her heart free'?
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In what year were public schools desegregated by the US Supreme Court?
In what year were public schools desegregated by the US Supreme Court?
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According to moms, you should 'Hush your mouth...' before what happens?
According to moms, you should 'Hush your mouth...' before what happens?
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What movie did Calvin Cambridge gain amazing athletic capabilities by finding sneakers on?
What movie did Calvin Cambridge gain amazing athletic capabilities by finding sneakers on?
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Who is the biggest scammer?
Who is the biggest scammer?
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Finish this sentence: 'who can love you like me?'
Finish this sentence: 'who can love you like me?'
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J. Cole's album '2014 Forest Hills Drive' went platinum with how many features?
J. Cole's album '2014 Forest Hills Drive' went platinum with how many features?
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Who is Riley's brother?
Who is Riley's brother?
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If someone puts their hand up on your hip, what is the appropriate response?
If someone puts their hand up on your hip, what is the appropriate response?
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A scrub is a ______?
A scrub is a ______?
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Who coined the phrase 'Datway'?
Who coined the phrase 'Datway'?
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Approximately, how long did Sophia have to fight?
Approximately, how long did Sophia have to fight?
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How long does a Baptist church service last on Sunday?
How long does a Baptist church service last on Sunday?
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To get your edges laid down, what should you use?
To get your edges laid down, what should you use?
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In what city did Rosa Parks refuse to move to the back of the bus?
In what city did Rosa Parks refuse to move to the back of the bus?
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Finish the line: Meet in the mall ______. Meet me in the trap ___.
Finish the line: Meet in the mall ______. Meet me in the trap ___.
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As a kid, if you called child services on your mom, what might she do?
As a kid, if you called child services on your mom, what might she do?
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Your boss calls you in and says there's been a complaint about your hair, do you?
Your boss calls you in and says there's been a complaint about your hair, do you?
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You get pulled over by the cops, what do you do?
You get pulled over by the cops, what do you do?
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What brings all the boys to the yard?
What brings all the boys to the yard?
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What's something that you usually won't find in the hood until white people start moving in?
What's something that you usually won't find in the hood until white people start moving in?
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What's something that Black families don't often talk about?
What's something that Black families don't often talk about?
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Which male old school artist would you bring back?
Which male old school artist would you bring back?
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Which member of Migos did not have a verse on their song 'Bad & Boujee'?
Which member of Migos did not have a verse on their song 'Bad & Boujee'?
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Who kept bumping into the table at Play's house party?
Who kept bumping into the table at Play's house party?
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Finish the sentence: 'Beans, greens, potatoes, tomatoes'
Finish the sentence: 'Beans, greens, potatoes, tomatoes'
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Which artist once rhymed mansion with 'Wiscansin'?
Which artist once rhymed mansion with 'Wiscansin'?
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The same way you get him is..?
The same way you get him is..?
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What city was Martin Luther King Jr. born in?
What city was Martin Luther King Jr. born in?
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The Black Panther first made its comic book appearance in what year?
The Black Panther first made its comic book appearance in what year?
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What kinda jeans did the girl in the boots with the fur have on?
What kinda jeans did the girl in the boots with the fur have on?
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According to TLC, what should you not be chasing and what should you stick to?
According to TLC, what should you not be chasing and what should you stick to?
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What is the Black community's 'national anthem'?
What is the Black community's 'national anthem'?
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What makes you lose control?
What makes you lose control?
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Study Notes
Historical Events and Figures
- The first "sit-in" at a segregated lunch counter occurred in Greensboro, North Carolina, marking a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights Movement.
- Malcolm X was assassinated in Manhattan, a significant event in American history.
- Ralph Bunche became the first African American to win the Nobel Peace Prize for his work in international diplomacy.
- Hiram Revels made history as the first African American U.S. Senator.
Pop Culture and Entertainment
- Jay-Z's song '03 Bonnie & Clyde references needing his girlfriend for support in life.
- Martin Luther King Jr. was a member of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, significant in Black Greek life.
- The radio station where Martin Payne worked in "Martin" was WZUP, showcasing the 90s sitcom landscape.
- Don Cornelius was the original host of "Soul Train," vital in promoting Black music and culture.
Movies and TV Shows
- "Good Times" featured the Evans family, highlighting Black family dynamics in sitcoms.
- "Sanford and Son" starred Fred Sanford and his son Lamont, reflecting working-class Black life.
- Iconic quotes from films like "The Color Purple" and "Friday" underline cultural significance.
- "The Temptations" film showcased David Ruffin's iconic line, emphasizing its impact on Black cinema.
Music and Artists
- Tupac's role as Bishop in "Juice" marked a significant moment in his acting career.
- Bobby Brown was part of the influential teenage boy band, New Edition, a cornerstone of R&B.
- J.Cole's '2014 Forest Hills Drive' achieved platinum status without any guest features, showcasing his solo success.
Social and Cultural Insights
- Key phrases like "Hush your mouth" and "A Hard Head Makes a Soft Bottom" reflect traditional wisdom in Black families.
- The importance of family gatherings, with graduations being a celebrated event where Black families come together.
- The use of terms like "Kwanzaa's Umoja" for unity illustrates cultural significance.
- Timeliness and community engagement are central as older generations emphasize respect and discipline among youth.
Everyday Life and Community Practices
- The saying surrounding stepping on cracks humorously captures childhood superstitions.
- Black families often use Vaseline and cocoa butter for skin moisturization, reflecting cultural practices.
- There's a common expectation that children must return home before streetlights come on, showcasing parental authority and community safety.
Fashion and Food Culture
- Timberland boots are recognized as the unofficial shoe of New York City, symbolizing urban fashion.
- Food pairings like collard greens with cornbread highlight traditional Southern cuisine.
- "Beans, greens, potatoes, tomatoes" became a popular food reference, celebrating Black culinary culture.
Challenges and Aspirations
- Experiences in interactions with police reflect ongoing social issues faced by the Black community.
- The idea of "The same way you get him is how you lose him" speaks to relationships' complexities within the community.
- Acknowledgment of mental health and sexual education as seldom-discussed topics within Black families highlights societal challenges.
Legacy and Representation
- The Black Panther's comic book debut in 1966 marked a significant moment for Black representation in media.
- The phrase "Swag Surfin'" is celebrated as an anthem for the Black community, emphasizing cultural pride and unifying experiences.
Trivia and Fun Facts
- Key catchphrases and memes such as "Worldstar" during fights reflect cultural trends and humor.
- The song "Make That Money" from the film "Players Club" carries memorable lines celebrating hustle culture.
- Popular TV series like "Family Matters" (9 seasons) showcase long-lasting impact on Black entertainment history.
These notes encapsulate key cultural, historical, and social aspects related to the Black community, illustrating the blend of past struggles, cultural pride, and entertainment influences.
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Test your knowledge of significant events and figures in Black history with this trivia quiz. From the first sit-in to notable award winners, challenge yourself on important milestones and individuals. Perfect for history buffs and anyone wanting to learn more about African American contributions.
