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Black History Month crossword with quotes from Rosa Parks, Nelson Mandela, and Maya Angelou.
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Black History Month Quotes Crossword Puzzle

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A 17-clue crossword where each clue is an inspirational quote and the answer is the person who said it. Figures featured include civil-rights leaders like Rosa Parks and Nelson Mandela, athletes like Michael Jordan and Muhammad Ali, and Canadian Black leaders like Jean Augustine and Michaëlle Jean. Ideal for Black History Month study, as a classroom discussion starter, or for students exploring influential voices in civil rights and social justice.

Subject:
Holidays & Seasonal
Grade Level:
5th – 7th Grades
Updated February 2026

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