From pop culture to historic movements and extraordinary waves of change to groundbreaking achievements the important contributions that African-Americans have made to our nation’s landscape are indisputable. As we celebrate Black History Month, we have to ask…how much do you really know about the ways in which African-Americans have shaped U.S. history?

Whether you’re a know-it-all or a novice, take this and put your knowledge of African-American history to the test!

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So, are you a history buff or a total neophyte? Tell us in the comments section!

8 Responses

  1. Yvonnie

    Knowing answers to historical questions means I have a good memory but it is how you use those memories to pursue a better life for everybody. I’m not saying to ignore the past I’m saying to inspire to achieve to dream to hope. Do not wastes the struggles of so many.
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  2. Dawn

    This was one of the questions. “True or False? Black History Month was always a month-long celebration.” The quiz said that the answer is false. Black history MONTH has always been a MONTH long. Before it was black history MONTH, it was black history WEEK. This was a stupidly worded question. Your ignorance is showing.

  4. Mr. E.

    I enjoyed the quiz. I wish the School Educational System bring back Black History classes. The young generation are missing important knowledge that needed to be shared.

  6. Matt

    Hi, great information. Thanks!

    One correction: The answer to the last question says the first Black History weeklong celebration was in 1926, and that it would take another 54 years for it to become a monthlong celebration. However, the first monthlong celebration was 44 years later (1970), not 54 (1980)

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