Hey there! Ready to test your knowledge with a fun and easy Black History trivia quiz?
This quiz is perfect for anyone looking to learn while having a bit of fun.
We’ve got a great mix of questions that celebrate amazing achievements and historical moments.
Let’s dive right in and see how much you know about Black history!
Black History Basics
This section covers foundational facts everyone should know about Black history.
From key figures to landmark events, these questions are designed to be approachable.
Get ready to build your knowledge with these interesting tidbits!
1. Who was the first African American to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court?
2. What year was the Civil Rights Act passed in the United States?
3. Which city hosted the famous 1963 March on Washington?
4. Who is known as the “Father of Black History”?
5. What is Juneteenth celebrated for?
6. Which Black woman refused to give up her seat on a bus in Montgomery, sparking a major civil rights movement?
7. What is the significance of the Harlem Renaissance?
8. Who was the first African American woman to win a Nobel Prize in Literature?
9. What was the primary goal of the NAACP when it was founded?
10. Who was the first Black astronaut to travel to space?
11. What major event triggered the beginning of the Civil Rights Movement in the 1950s?
12. Which famous singer is known as the “Queen of Soul”?
13. What was the Underground Railroad?
14. Which Black athlete broke Major League Baseball’s color barrier in 1947?
15. Which holiday is celebrated to honor African American achievements and history?
Great start! Now that we’ve covered some basics, let’s move on to some influential Black leaders and their legacies.
Influential Leaders and Icons
This section shines a light on inspiring Black leaders who made history.
From activists to artists, these figures have left a lasting impact worldwide.
See how many of these icons you can recognize!
16. Who was the first Black president of South Africa?
17. What movement did Malcolm X help lead?
18. Which artist is famous for the painting series “Black Star Line” and political art focused on Black empowerment?
19. Who was the first African American woman elected to the U.S. Congress?
20. What organization did Martin Luther King Jr. help found in 1957?
21. Who was the famous civil rights activist known for the “I Have a Dream” speech?
22. Who was the first African American woman to win an Olympic gold medal?
23. Which leader was known for founding the Universal Negro Improvement Association (UNIA)?
24. Who was known as the “Mother of the Civil Rights Movement” for her leadership in the Montgomery Bus Boycott?
25. Who was the first African American to win an Academy Award for Best Actor?
26. What was Frederick Douglass famous for?
27. Which Black scientist and inventor developed a peanut-based product line and promoted crop rotation?
28. Who was the first African American woman to serve as a U.S. Cabinet Secretary?
29. Which famous writer authored “Their Eyes Were Watching God”?
30. What was the Black Panther Party originally founded to address?
Wow, so many inspiring stories! Now, let’s wrap up with some fun facts and lesser-known Black history trivia.
Fun Facts and Lesser-Known Trivia
Let’s lighten things up with some surprising facts about Black history.
These tidbits might just surprise you and make you smile.
Ready to discover some hidden gems?
31. Who was the first Black woman to travel to space?
32. What was the name of the first Black-owned newspaper in the U.S.?
33. Who was the first African American to win a Pulitzer Prize for fiction?
34. What popular dance originated in Black communities in the early 20th century?
35. Which Black inventor is credited with improving the traffic light system?
36. Which city is known as the birthplace of hip hop?
37. Who was the first African American to win a Grammy Award?
38. What was the name of the first Black-owned TV station in the U.S.?
39. Which Black poet wrote the famous work “Still I Rise”?
40. What was the name of the first Black-owned bank in the U.S.?
41. Which Black inventor created a home security system?
42. What is the name of the first Black-owned film studio?
What a journey! From basics to inspiring leaders and fun facts, you’ve explored so much.
The Easy Black History Trivia Quiz is a fantastic way to learn and celebrate.
Keep exploring, and you’ll keep discovering amazing stories and achievements.
Thanks for playing—stay curious and proud!