Quiz: Black History

How much do you know about African American leaders and events?

Kenneth Terrell and AARP Staff

Published June 17, 2021

/ Updated February 07, 2023

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Quiz: Black History

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 "answer" : "The service of black troops in the U.S. Army during the Civil War.",
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 "answer" : "The U.S. Supreme Court ruling that effectively ended 'separate but equal' education.",
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Health & Wellness

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