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African-Americans had made major contributions to America and broken records at things they were previously not allowed to participate in when they got their freedom. For example Scientist and mathematician, Benjamin Banneker is credited with helping to design the blueprints for Washington, D. C. See what else you know about other contributions of African American in the country. All the best!

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1.

In 1492 I traveled with Christopher Columbus on his first expedition to the new world?
- A.
  
  A. Pedro Alonso Nino
- B.
  
  B. Sacagawea
- C.
  
  C. Lucy Terry
- D.
  
  D. Leroy Smith
Correct Answer
A. A. Pedro Alonso Nino

Explanation
Pedro Alonso Nino is the correct answer because he was a navigator and pilot who accompanied Christopher Columbus on his first expedition to the new world in 1492. He played a crucial role in the success of the voyage by helping Columbus navigate and steer the ships.

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In what year and in what city was the first black theater company founded?
- A.
  
  A. 1809 and Maine
- B.
  
  B. 1816 and Philadelphia
- C.
  
  C. 1821 and New York
- D.
  
  D. 1825 and Boston
Correct Answer
C. C. 1821 and New York

Explanation
In 1821, the first black theater company was founded in New York City.

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In 1839 we were slaves on this ship only to take it over and sail to long island, where we would eventually win freedom?
- A.
  
  A. Guerrero
- B.
  
  B. Amistad
- C.
  
  C. Henrietta Marie
- D.
  
  D. Wildfire
Correct Answer
B. B. Amistad

Explanation
The correct answer is B. Amistad. This answer is supported by the information given in the question, which mentions being slaves on a ship and eventually winning freedom. The Amistad was a ship where a famous slave revolt took place in 1839, led by Joseph Cinqué. The slaves took control of the ship and attempted to sail back to Africa, but were eventually captured off the coast of Long Island. The case of the Amistad became a widely known legal battle for the freedom of the slaves.

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In 1867 Five all black colleges were founded, what are they?
- A.
  
  A. Wilberforce University, Bethune Cookman, Talladega College, Kentucky State, and Lincoln University
- B.
  
  B. Talladega College, Morgan State College, Central State University, Clark Atlanta, and Lane
- C.
  
  C. Howard University, Morgan State, Talladega College, St. Augustine college, and Johnson C. Smith College
- D.
  
  D. Johnson C. Smith college, Howard University, Wilberforce University, Paul Quinn, and Elizabeth City State
Correct Answer
C. C. Howard University, Morgan State, Talladega College, St. Augustine college, and Johnson C. Smith College
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Who signed The Emancipation Act?
- A.
  
  Abraham Lincoln
- B.
  
  James Buchanan
- C.
  
  Andrew Johnson
- D.
  
  Ulysses S. Grant
Correct Answer
A. Abraham Lincoln

Explanation
Abraham Lincoln signed The Emancipation Act. This act was a significant step towards ending slavery in the United States. It declared that all slaves in Confederate territory were to be set free, and it also allowed African Americans to join the Union Army and fight against the Confederacy. Lincoln's signing of this act demonstrated his commitment to the abolition of slavery and his determination to preserve the Union during the Civil War.

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With the 15th Amendment ratification in 1870, what did African Americans gain in the United States?
- A.
  
  Freedom from Slavery
- B.
  
  Right to Citizenship Status
- C.
  
  Right to Sit Anywhere
- D.
  
  Voting Rights
Correct Answer
D. Voting Rights

Explanation
With the ratification of the 15th Amendment in 1870, African Americans gained the right to vote in the United States. This amendment prohibited the denial of voting rights based on race, color, or previous condition of servitude. It was a significant step towards achieving equality and political empowerment for African Americans, as it aimed to ensure their participation in the democratic process. This amendment was a crucial milestone in the fight for civil rights and marked a significant shift in the legal status of African Americans in the United States.

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Who was the only African American among the original NAACP executives?
- A.
  
  W.E.B. Du Bois
- B.
  
  Frederick Douglass
- C.
  
  Rosa Parks
- D.
  
  Martin Luther King Jr.
Correct Answer
A. W.E.B. Du Bois

Explanation
W.E.B. Du Bois was the only African American among the original NAACP executives. He was a prominent civil rights activist and scholar who co-founded the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) in 1909. Du Bois played a crucial role in advocating for racial equality and fighting against segregation and discrimination. His contributions to the civil rights movement and his intellectual writings on race and social issues made him a significant figure in African American history.

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An all-white jury acquitted J. W. Milam and Roy Bryant for the murder of whom?
- A.
  
  Emmett Till
- B.
  
  Medgar Evers
- C.
  
  Malcolm X
- D.
  
  Martin Luther King Jr.
Correct Answer
A. Emmett Till

Explanation
J. W. Milam and Roy Bryant were acquitted by an all-white jury for the murder of Emmett Till. Emmett Till was a 14-year-old African American boy who was brutally beaten and killed in Mississippi in 1955 for allegedly flirting with a white woman. Despite overwhelming evidence and eyewitness testimonies, the jury chose to acquit the defendants, reflecting the deep-seated racial prejudice and systemic injustice that existed during that time. This case became a catalyst for the civil rights movement, highlighting the urgent need for change and justice in America.

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Black History! Trivia Questions Quiz

In 1492 I traveled with Christopher Columbus on his first expedition to the new world?

In what year and in what city was the first black theater company founded?

In 1839 we were slaves on this ship only to take it over and sail to long island, where we would eventually win freedom?

In 1867 Five all black colleges were founded, what are they?

Who signed The Emancipation Act?

With the 15th Amendment ratification in 1870, what did African Americans gain in the United States?

Who was the only African American among the original NAACP executives?

An all-white jury acquitted J. W. Milam and Roy Bryant for the murder of whom?