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Historically Black Colleges and Universities

Description: Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have played a significant role in the education of African Americans in the United States. This quiz will test your knowledge about the history and impact of HBCUs.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which of the following is NOT an HBCU?

  1. Howard University

  2. Spelman College

  3. Morehouse College

  4. Yale University


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Yale University is not an HBCU. It is a private Ivy League research university located in New Haven, Connecticut.

What year was the first HBCU founded?

  1. 1837

  2. 1865

  3. 1876

  4. 1890


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The first HBCU was Cheyney University of Pennsylvania, which was founded in 1837.

Which HBCU is known as "The Mecca"?

  1. Howard University

  2. Spelman College

  3. Morehouse College

  4. Hampton University


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Howard University is known as "The Mecca" because of its historical significance and its role as a leading institution for African American education.

Which HBCU is the only one to have produced two U.S. presidents?

  1. Howard University

  2. Spelman College

  3. Morehouse College

  4. Tuskegee University


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Morehouse College is the only HBCU to have produced two U.S. presidents: Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton.

Which HBCU is known for its strong engineering program?

  1. Howard University

  2. Spelman College

  3. North Carolina A&T State University

  4. Tuskegee University


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

North Carolina A&T State University is known for its strong engineering program and is consistently ranked among the top HBCUs for engineering.

Which HBCU is the largest in terms of enrollment?

  1. Howard University

  2. North Carolina A&T State University

  3. Florida A&M University

  4. Southern University and A&M College


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Southern University and A&M College is the largest HBCU in terms of enrollment, with over 10,000 students.

Which HBCU was founded by Booker T. Washington?

  1. Tuskegee University

  2. Howard University

  3. Spelman College

  4. Morehouse College


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tuskegee University was founded by Booker T. Washington in 1881.

Which HBCU is known for its strong nursing program?

  1. Howard University

  2. Spelman College

  3. North Carolina A&T State University

  4. Dillard University


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dillard University is known for its strong nursing program and is consistently ranked among the top HBCUs for nursing.

Which HBCU is the only one to have a law school?

  1. Howard University

  2. Spelman College

  3. Morehouse College

  4. North Carolina Central University


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Howard University is the only HBCU to have a law school.

Which HBCU is known for its strong business program?

  1. Howard University

  2. Spelman College

  3. Morehouse College

  4. Clark Atlanta University


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Clark Atlanta University is known for its strong business program and is consistently ranked among the top HBCUs for business.

Which HBCU is the only one to have a medical school?

  1. Howard University

  2. Spelman College

  3. Morehouse College

  4. Meharry Medical College


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Meharry Medical College is the only HBCU to have a medical school.

Which HBCU is known for its strong education program?

  1. Howard University

  2. Spelman College

  3. North Carolina A&T State University

  4. Fisk University


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Fisk University is known for its strong education program and is consistently ranked among the top HBCUs for education.

Which HBCU is the only one to have a veterinary school?

  1. Tuskegee University

  2. Howard University

  3. Spelman College

  4. Morehouse College


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tuskegee University is the only HBCU to have a veterinary school.

Which HBCU is known for its strong social work program?

  1. Howard University

  2. Spelman College

  3. Clark Atlanta University

  4. Virginia Union University


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Virginia Union University is known for its strong social work program and is consistently ranked among the top HBCUs for social work.

Which HBCU is the only one to have a dental school?

  1. Howard University

  2. Spelman College

  3. Morehouse College

  4. Meharry Medical College


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Meharry Medical College is the only HBCU to have a dental school.

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