by Keith Haggard
Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. This quiz will challenge your understanding of the historical events, key figures, and cultural importance surrounding this pivotal day in American history. Ready to put your knowledge to the test? Let’s get started!
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Juneteenth Quiz Questions Overview
1. What is Juneteenth also known as?
Independence Day
Freedom Day
Emancipation Day
Liberty Day
2. On what date is Juneteenth celebrated?
June 1
June 15
June 19
June 25
3. Which U.S. state was the first to recognize Juneteenth as a state holiday?
Texas
Georgia
Alabama
Mississippi
4. Who issued the Emancipation Proclamation?
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
Abraham Lincoln
Andrew Johnson
5. In what year did the Emancipation Proclamation take effect?
1861
1863
1865
1867
6. Which General announced the freedom of slaves in Texas on June 19, 1865?
General Robert E. Lee
General Ulysses S. Grant
General William T. Sherman
General Gordon Granger
7. What is the significance of the Emancipation Proclamation?
It ended the Civil War.
It declared all slaves in Confederate states to be free.
It granted women the right to vote.
It established the United States Constitution.
8. Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution officially abolished slavery?
13th Amendment
14th Amendment
15th Amendment
16th Amendment
9. Which city in Texas is known for having one of the largest Juneteenth celebrations?
Austin
Dallas
Houston
San Antonio
10. When did Juneteenth become a federal holiday in the United States?
2015
2018
2020
2021
11. What is the main color associated with Juneteenth celebrations?
Red
Blue
Green
Yellow
12. Which famous civil rights leader was known for advocating the celebration of Juneteenth?
Malcolm X
Martin Luther King Jr.
Frederick Douglass
Rosa Parks
13. Which of the following activities is commonly associated with Juneteenth celebrations?
Fireworks
Barbecues
Parades
All of the above
14. What does the term ‘Juneteenth’ combine?
June and Nineteenth
June and Tenth
July and Nineteenth
July and Tenth
15. Which of the following is a traditional food often served at Juneteenth celebrations?
Apple pie
Red velvet cake
Pumpkin pie
Chocolate chip cookies
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