25 Juneteenth Trivia Questions for the Office

Whether you'll be in the office on Juneteenth or are giving your team the day off, it's important to acknowledge the significance of this federal holiday and what it means to all who reside on American soil. A good trivia game will make sure your Juneteenth celebration is educational without forgoing the fun. We've got 25 questions to help you get started.

Why observe Juneteenth with your team?

Honoring Juneteenth allows your team to:

• Celebrate a turning point in American history
• Acknowledge the importance of Black history and culture
• Foster diversity and inclusivity in your workplace culture
• Promote the values of education and reflection
• Encourage dialogue that otherwise might be considered difficult or taboo amongst co-workers who have questions and/or answers. Not only will this enhance basic understanding, it will also inadvertently make your work place feel like a safer space.

Fortunately, celebrating Juneteenth doesn't have to be hard or relegated to just one day. A few lively rounds of trivia can help you foster a spirit of inclusion and gratefulness for shared freedoms.

Educate your team and commemorate the holiday with these fun Juneteenth trivia questions

The best trivia events include something for every interest. Here are some ideas.

The history of Juneteenth 📜

Juneteenth celebrates a crucial point in American history. These questions can help your team explore what happened to make this day important:

• What is another name for Juneteenth? (Freedom Day, Jubilee Day, Emancipation Day, Black National Independence Day, and Juneteenth Independence Day are all acceptable answers)
• What was the name of the executive order that officially freed slaves in the U.S.? (The Emancipation Proclamation)
• What is the period of great mobility and social change that occurred after Juneteenth called? (The Scatter)
• Which war led to the end of slavery in the U.S., and when was it fought? (The American Civil War, fought from 1861 to 1865)
• True or False: Newly freed people were encouraged to explore life outside of Texas. (False; they were encouraged to remain with their slave owners)
• Who created the Juneteenth Flag and when? (Ben Haith and Lisa Jeanne Graf, 2000)

Knowing the history behind Juneteenth can help employees develop a deeper appreciation for Black history and culture and reflect upon what the holiday means for the freedom of all people.

Dates (and numbers) to remember 🗓️

Use these questions to help your team remember the most important dates and numbers surrounding Emancipation Day:

• When is Juneteenth celebrated annually? (June 19)
• In what year did Juneteenth become a federal holiday? (2021)
• In what year did General Granger inform slaves of their freedom? (1865)
• What was the number for General Granger's order issued in Texas on the first Juneteenth? (Three — General Order No. 3)
• How long after the Emancipation Proclamation was General Granger's order issued? (Two and a half years)

For over 150 years, America has been commemorating the day all people in the country were declared free. Celebrating these memorable dates helps keep the joy going.

Critical figures in advocacy and celebration ✊🏿

Behind every Juneteenth festivity is a group of people who helped make freedom possible. The following trivia questions are a fun way to honor those who paved the way:

• Who issued the executive order that freed the slaves? (President Abraham Lincoln)
• Which U.S. President signed the legislation making June 19 a federal holiday? (President Joe Biden)
• Which famous civil rights leader is known for their activism in making June 19 a state holiday in Texas? (Opal Lee and Al Edwards are both acceptable answers)
• What prominent Black figure gave a speech entitled "The Proclamation and the Negro Army" at Cooper Union in response to the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863? (Frederick Douglass)
• Which company added the Juneteenth holiday to its calendar app in 2018? (Apple)

Remember the figures who embodied the spirit of America and worked hard to ensure it remains the land of the free.

Places and spaces 🗺️

The places and spaces that hold the memories of Juneteenth Jubilee are an essential part of American history and culture. Learn about these historic locations with these five trivia questions:

• In which city did Gordon Granger announce the end of slavery? (Galveston)
• What is the name of the Texas park purchased in 1872 to be used as a Juneteenth celebration site? (Emancipation Park)
• Activist Opal Lee walked from Fort Worth to what city in a campaign to make Juneteenth a national holiday? (Washington, D.C.)
• Which was the first state to make Juneteenth an official holiday? (Texas)
• What city is known for hosting the oldest and longest-running Juneteenth celebration in the country? (Milwaukee, Wisconsin)
• In what Latin American country is Juneteenth also celebrated as Dia de los Negros? (Coahuila, México) 

From coast to coast, your team can appreciate collective freedom by acknowledging the importance of these cities, states, and landmarks.

The colors of freedom 💥

When it comes to celebrating Juneteenth, colors hold a lot of significance. These questions can help your team learn what each one symbolizes:

• What three colors comprise the official Juneteenth flag? (Red, white, and blue)
• What is the significance of red foods in Juneteenth celebrations? (Red represents the blood shed by enslaved African ancestors during the slave trade and the resistance of the culture)
• Many people wear red, black, and green on Juneteenth. What flag shares those colors? (the Pan-African flag)
• What does the color green symbolize in the Pan-African flag? (Africa's natural wealth and prosperity)
• Some communities have added what color to Juneteenth celebrations to symbolize Africa's mineral wealth? (Yellow)

By incorporating these colors and symbols into your celebration, you can remind your team why it's important to recognize Juneteenth.

Celebrate freedom and foster a spirit of inclusion with Confetti

Annual Juneteenth celebrations are an excellent way to uplift African-American culture and ensure everyone on your team feels valued and included.

Need help with planning the perfect celebration? Check out Confetti's Juneteenth collection. From Jeoparty to mixology sessions to interactive lectures, our fun activities can help you build a workplace culture that aligns with your corporate values.