Celebrating Black History Month is more than just a DEI box to check; it’s an opportunity for growth, understanding, and unity–with a morale boost for your Black employees as well! Teaching Black History in your virtual diversity training programs provides a platform for dialogue, education, and reflection, allowing team members to engage in meaningful discussions, challenge unconscious biases, and deepen their appreciation for their teammates. It’s a commitment to continuous learning and an affirmation of the vital role that Black history and culture play in shaping the modern business landscape.
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It’s not enough to host virtual Black History Month meetings and call it a day. You’ve also got to keep everyone paying attention! Trivia is a fun way to sneak in important lessons about Black people and events without having to lecture them. Make sure to involve some of your most competitive employees, you’ll drive even greater interest and excitement in facts about Black History! It’s hard to come up with good games for virtual teams. Thankfully, trivia is always there for you!
Throughout the tumultuous 1950s and 60s, courageous Black leaders demanded equality, justice, and an end to racial segregation. Their efforts defined a period in U.S. history that forever altered the country’s social fabric. Carrying on their legacytoday remains more vital than ever- so let’s get into it with some civil rights trivia!
– A. Plessy v. Ferguson
– B. Marbury v. Madison
– C. Brown v. Board of Education
– D. Dred Scott v. Sandford
– A. March on Washington
– B. Montgomery Bus Boycott
– C. Birmingham Campaign
– D. Voting Rights Act of 1965
– A. Malcolm X
– B. Marcus Garvey
– C. James Baldwin
– D. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
– A. Voting rights
– B. To challenge segregation on interstate buses
– C. Economic justice
– D. School desegregation
– A. Rosa Parks
– B. Coretta Scott King
– C. Ruby Bridges
– D. Daisy Bates
– A. Martin Luther King Jr.
– B. Malcolm X
– C. Medgar Evers
– D. Stokely Carmichael
– A. Selma
– B. Montgomery
– C. Birmingham
– D. Mobile
From the soulful melodies of the ’60s to the groundbreaking hip-hop of today, Black musicians have continuously paved the way for innovation in the music industry. These artists, with their distinct voices and unmatched talents, have not only dominated the charts but have also made indelible marks on culture worldwide. To make this section extra fun, have songs ready to play when you deliver the correct answer!
– A. Diana Ross
– B. Patti LaBelle
– C. Aretha Franklin
– D. Tina Turner
– A. Ella Fitzgerald
– B. Billie Holiday
– C. Diana Ross
– D. Aretha Franklin
– A. Nas
– B. J. Cole
– C. Kendrick Lamar
– D. Travis Scott
– A. James Brown
– B. Stevie Wonder
– C. Ray Charles
– D. Marvin Gaye
– A. Michael Jackson
– B. Lionel Richie
– C. Prince
– D. George Clinton
The storytelling prowess of Black filmmakers has enriched the world of cinema with its unique narratives. often challenging societal norms and highlighting the Black experience. Their films range from heart-wrenching dramas to thought-provoking commentaries, leaving audiences both entertained and enlightened.You’ve probably had your world changed by some of the spectacular Black moviemakers below. Ready for Black Cinema Trivia? Let’s go!
– A. Jordan Peele
– B. Spike Lee
– C. John Singleton
– D. Ava DuVernay
– A. Steve McQueen
– B. Jordan Peele
– C. Ryan Coogler
– D. Ava DuVernay
– A. Shaka King
– B. Ava DuVernay
– C. Regina King
– D. Barry Jenkins
– A. Antoine Fuqua
– B. Ryan Coogler
– C. F. Gary Gray
– D. Boots Riley
The stage and screen have been graced by Black actors and actresses whose performances resonate deeply with audiences. Through a diverse array of roles, these talented individuals have showcased their versatility, breaking barriers and earning their places among the most revered names in entertainment. Let’s look at some Black Hollywood Trivia!
– A. Viola Davis
– B. Halle Berry
– C. Angela Bassett
– D. Octavia Spencer
– A. Morgan Freeman
– B. Denzel Washington
– C. Will Smith
– D. Laurence Fishburne
– A. Michael B. Jordan
– B. Chadwick Boseman
– C. Idris Elba
– D. Anthony Mackie
– A. Denzel Washington
– B. Sidney Poitier
– C. James Earl Jones
– D. Morgan Freeman
Literature has always been a powerful medium for advocacy, representation, and change. Throughout history, Black authors have wielded their pens to narrate stories of struggle, triumph, identity, and resilience. Their books, spanning genres and eras, offer profound insights into the Black experience in America and beyond. There’s nothing trivial about it, but let’s do some Black Books and Authors Trivia anyway!
– A. Alice Walker
– B. Toni Morrison
– C. Zora Neale Hurston
– D. Maya Angelou
– A. Maya Angelou
– B. Langston Hughes
– C. Gwendolyn Brooks
– D. Nikki Giovanni
– A. Toni Morrison
– B. Alice Walker
– C. James Baldwin
– D. Ralph Ellison
– A. Alice Walker
– B. Toni Morrison
– C. Zora Neale Hurston
– D. Maya Angelou
– A. August Wilson
– B. James Baldwin
– C. Richard Wright
– D. Ralph Ellison
– A. Zora Neale Hurston
– B. Lorraine Hansberry
– C. Maya Angelou
– D. Toni Morrison
– A. James Baldwin
– B. Langston Hughes
– C. Richard Wright
– D. Ralph Ellison
From Jackie Robinson’s pivotal first game in Major League Baseball to the iconic raised fists of Tommie Smith and John Carlos at the 1968 Olympics, Black athletes have continuously shattered barriers in the sports world. Their athletic prowess has left an indelible mark on the history of sports.
– A. Jackie Robinson
– B. Satchel Paige
– C. Larry Doby
– D. Hank Aaron
– A. Arthur Ashe
– B. Serena Williams
– C. Althea Gibson
– D. Venus Williams
– A. Joe Frazier
– B. Sonny Liston
– C. George Foreman
– D. Muhammad Ali
– A. Jesse Owens
– B. Carl Lewis
– C. Bob Beamon
– D. Ralph Metcalfe
– A. Michael Jordan
– B. Earl Lloyd
– C. Wilt Chamberlain
– D. Bill Russell
– A. Colin Kaepernick
– B. Russell Wilson
– C. Marshawn Lynch
– D. Malcolm Jenkins
– A. Aly Raisman
– B. Simone Biles
– C. Gabby Douglas
– D. Laurie Hernandez
Words can inspire, incite, and initiate change. Throughout history, Black leaders, thinkers, and activists have used their oratory skills to challenge the status quo, advocate for rights, and paint visions of a more equitable future. Their speeches and quotes remain timeless, reverberating through the ages as beacons of hope and perseverance.
– A. Nelson Mandela
– B. Rosa Parks
– C. Maya Angelou
– D. James Baldwin
– A. Malcolm X
– B. Martin Luther King Jr.
– C. W.E.B. Du Bois
– D. Frederick Douglass
– A. Harriet Tubman
– B. Sojourner Truth
– C. W.E.B. Du Bois
– D. Booker T. Washington
– A. Harriet Tubman
– B. Sojourner Truth
– C. Fannie Lou Hamer
– D. Ida B. Wells
– A. Michelle Obama
– B. Assata Shakur
– C. Audre Lorde
– D. bell hooks
We hope you’re able to make good use of these trivia questions during your remote team’s virtual Black History Month celebrations! If you want to go the extra mile, diversifying your organization’s vendors shows that you are extending your DEI efforts beyond the workplace and out into the real world.
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