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Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. This quiz will take you through the history, significance, and cultural impact of Juneteenth. Let’s see how much you know about this pivotal moment in American history. Good luck!
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Juneteenth Quiz Questions Overview
1. When is Juneteenth celebrated?
June 1
June 19
June 15
June 25
2. Which U.S. state was the first to officially recognize Juneteenth as a state holiday?
California
Texas
New York
Florida
3. What year did General Gordon Granger announce the end of slavery in Texas?
1861
1863
1865
1867
4. Which General issued the order that freed the slaves in Texas?
General Sherman
General Grant
General Lee
General Granger
5. What is another name for Juneteenth?
Liberty Day
Freedom Day
Independence Day
Emancipation Day
6. How many years after the Emancipation Proclamation was Juneteenth first celebrated?
1 year
2 years
3 years
4 years
7. Which U.S. President signed the bill making Juneteenth a federal holiday?
Barack Obama
Donald Trump
Joe Biden
George W. Bush
8. What is the name of the order that General Granger issued to announce the end of slavery in Texas?
General Order No. 1
General Order No. 2
General Order No. 3
General Order No. 4
9. Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution formally abolished slavery?
12th Amendment
13th Amendment
14th Amendment
15th Amendment
10. What is the significance of the Juneteenth flag?
It represents the original 13 colonies.
It symbolizes the end of slavery and a new beginning for African Americans.
It commemorates the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation.
It honors the Union soldiers who fought in the Civil War.
11. In which city did General Gordon Granger announce the end of slavery in Texas?
Houston
Austin
Galveston
Dallas
12. What is the traditional color associated with Juneteenth celebrations?
Blue
Green
Red
Yellow
13. What year did Juneteenth become a federal holiday?
2019
2020
2021
2022
14. What is the significance of the Emancipation Proclamation in relation to Juneteenth?
It ended the Civil War.
It declared all slaves in Confederate states to be free.
It granted voting rights to African Americans.
It established the first Juneteenth celebration.
15. What is one common way people celebrate Juneteenth?
Fireworks displays
Parades and cookouts
Gift exchanges
Formal dinners
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