The Stonewall riots, considered a pivotal moment in the LGBT rights movement, took place in which city?
a) San Francisco
b) Los Angeles
c) New York City
d) Chicago
Answer: c) New York City
The American Psychiatric Association removed homosexuality from its list of mental disorders in what year?
a) 1969
b) 1973
c) 1980
d) 1992
Answer: b) 1973
The first openly gay elected official in the United States was:
a) Harvey Milk
b) Bayard Rustin
c) Larry Kramer
d) Audre Lorde
Answer: a) Harvey Milk
The “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy was related to:
a) Conversion therapy
b) Same-sex marriage
c) Employment discrimination
d) Military service
Answer: d) Military service
The Supreme Court case that struck down state laws banning same-sex marriage nationwide is:
a) Obergefell v. Hodges
b) Lawrence v. Texas
c) Windsor v. United States
d) Romer v. Evans
Answer: a) Obergefell v. Hodges
The AIDS epidemic in the 1980s and 1990s had a profound impact on the LGBT community, leading to increased activism for healthcare and research. True or false?
a) True
b) False
Answer: a) True
The “Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act” expanded federal hate crime laws to include crimes motivated by:
a) Political affiliation
b) Gender identity
c) Socioeconomic status
d) Religious beliefs
Answer: b) Gender identity
The “LGBT” acronym stands for:
a) Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender
b) Liberal, Gender-neutral, Bisexual, Trans
c) Loving, Grateful, Brave, True
d) Loyal, Genuine, Bold, Thoughtful
Answer: a) Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender
The “It Gets Better Project” was launched to address the issue of:
a) Youth homelessness
b) Conversion therapy
c) Cyberbullying
d) Discrimination in the workplace
Answer: c) Cyberbullying
The first transgender person to be elected to a state legislature in the United States is:
a) Laverne Cox
b) Caitlyn Jenner
c) Danica Roem
d) Jazz Jennings
Answer: c) Danica Roem
The “Human Rights Campaign” is an advocacy organization focused on:
a) Environmental conservation
b) LGBT rights
c) Gun control
d) Immigration reform
Answer: b) LGBT rights
The “National Coming Out Day” is observed on:
a) June 28th
b) October 11th
c) December 1st
d) February 14th
Answer: b) October 11th
The “Transgender Day of Remembrance” honors and memorializes transgender individuals who have lost their lives due to:
a) Natural causes
b) Discrimination
c) Accidents
d) Illness
Answer: b) Discrimination
The LGBT rights movement gained momentum in the late 20th century with events like the Stonewall riots and the emergence of organizations like the:
a) Rainbow Coalition
b) Purple Power Alliance
c) Gay Liberation Front
d) Spectrum Unity Network
Answer: c) Gay Liberation Front
The term “heteronormativity” refers to the assumption that:
a) Heterosexual relationships are abnormal
b) All individuals are attracted to the same gender
c) Heterosexual relationships are the norm
d) Gender identity is fluid
Answer: c) Heterosexual relationships are the norm
The “T” in the LGBT acronym stands for:
a) Truth
b) Transgender
c) Tolerance
d) Transcendence
Answer: b) Transgender
The “Lavender Scare” refers to the persecution of individuals suspected of being:
a) Communist sympathizers
b) LGBT
c) Spies
d) Atheists
Answer: b) LGBT
The “Day of Silence” is a student-led event that raises awareness about:
a) Gun violence
b) Bullying
c) Climate change
d) Income inequality
Answer: b) Bullying
The first state in the US to legalize same-sex marriage through a court decision was:
a) California
b) Massachusetts
c) Vermont
d) New York
Answer: b) Massachusetts
The Supreme Court case of “Bostock v. Clayton County” established that federal law protects LGBTQ individuals from:
a) Conversion therapy
b) Discrimination in employment
c) Military service
d) Hate crimes
Answer: b) Discrimination in employment
The “Transgender Rights March” is an annual event held in which major city?
a) New York City
b) San Francisco
c) Los Angeles
d) Chicago
Answer: a) New York City
The “Boys Don’t Cry” film was based on the real-life story of:
a) Harvey Milk
b) Matthew Shepard
c) Brandon Teena
d) Larry Kramer
Answer: c) Brandon Teena
The “Equality Act” is proposed legislation aimed at prohibiting discrimination based on:
a) Race
b) Gender
c) Sexual orientation and gender identity
d) Socioeconomic status
Answer: c) Sexual orientation and gender identity
The “Pride Flag” commonly used to represent the LGBT community consists of how many colors?
a) 3
b) 6
c) 8
d) 12
Answer: d) 12
The “LGBTQ+” acronym includes the letter “+” to signify:
a) Partnership and unity
b) Ongoing exploration of gender and sexuality
c) Positive values
d) Priority issues
Answer: b) Ongoing exploration of gender and sexuality
The “March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights” took place in what year?
a) 1969
b) 1973
c) 1987
d) 1993
Answer: d) 1993
The “Pride Month” in the United States is celebrated in which month?
a) June
b) July
c) August
d) September
Answer: a) June
The term “outing” refers to revealing someone’s sexual orientation or gender identity without their consent. True or false?
a) True
b) False
Answer: a) True
The “Drag Queen Story Hour” is an initiative that aims to promote diversity and inclusivity by:
a) Celebrating Halloween
b) Hosting dance parties
c) Teaching children about gender diversity
d) Showcasing fashion design
Answer: c) Teaching children about gender diversity
The “National LGBTQ Task Force” is an organization that advocates for:
a) Legalizing conversion therapy
b) Religious freedom exemptions
c) The rights of LGBTQ individuals
d) Abstinence-only education
Answer: c) The rights of LGBTQ individuals
The concept of “intersectionality” in the context of the LGBT rights movement refers to the recognition that:
a) LGBTQ rights are separate from other social justice issues
b) Discrimination affects individuals differently based on their identities and experiences
c) LGBTQ individuals should not participate in political activism
d) LGBTQ individuals should prioritize their gender identity over other aspects of their identity
Answer: b) Discrimination affects individuals differently based on their identities and experiences
The “Two-Spirit” identity is a cultural concept of gender among some Indigenous peoples in North America. True or false?
a) True
b) False
Answer: a) True
The “LGBTQ+ Ally” is an individual who supports and advocates for the rights and well-being of LGBTQ+ people. True or false?
a) True
b) False
Answer: a) True
The “Conversion Therapy” refers to practices aimed at changing an individual’s sexual orientation or gender identity. True or false?
a) True
b) False
Answer: a) True
The “Bisexual Visibility Day” is observed on which date?
a) September 23rd
b) October 11th
c) November 20th
d) December 1st
Answer: a) September 23rd
The “National Center for Transgender Equality” is an organization focused on advancing the equality of transgender people in the United States. True or false?
a) True
b) False
Answer: a) True
The “Transgender Day of Visibility” is observed on which date?
a) March 31st
b) April 22nd
c) May 17th
d) June 28th
Answer: a) March 31st
The “It Gets Better Project” was started by:
a) Ellen DeGeneres
b) Elton John
c) Dan Savage
d) RuPaul
Answer: c) Dan Savage
The “Reparative Therapy” is another term for:
a) Conversion therapy
b) Hormone therapy
c) Gender-affirming surgery
d) Advocacy therapy
Answer: a) Conversion therapy
The “LGBT National Help Center” provides resources and support for LGBTQ individuals in crisis. True or false?
a) True
b) False
Answer: a) True
The first transgender person to address a major party’s national convention was:
a) Caitlyn Jenner
b) Laverne Cox
c) Chelsea Manning
d) Danica Roem
Answer: c) Chelsea Manning
The “Stonewall National Monument” commemorates the historic Stonewall riots and is located in which city?
a) San Francisco
b) Los Angeles
c) New York City
d) Chicago
Answer: c) New York City
The “GLAAD” organization focuses on:
a) Promoting vegetarianism
b) Defending civil liberties
c) LGBTQ media representation
d) Climate change advocacy
Answer: c) LGBTQ media representation
The term “genderqueer” refers to individuals who:
a) Identify with the gender they were assigned at birth
b) Reject all gender labels
c) Experience fluid or non-binary gender identities
d) Identify with the opposite gender
Answer: c) Experience fluid or non-binary gender identities
The “Equality Federation” is an organization that focuses on advancing LGBTQ rights at the federal level. True or false?
a) True
b) False
Answer: b) False
The “Transgender Legal Defense & Education Fund” works to advance transgender rights through litigation and education. True or false?
a) True
b) False
Answer: a) True
The “National LGBTQ Task Force” is known for organizing the annual:
a) Gay Pride Parade
b) LGBT Film Festival
c) Creating Change Conference
d) Drag Queen Race
Answer: c) Creating Change Conference
The concept of “coming out” refers to:
a) A grand party for LGBTQ individuals
b) Disclosing one’s sexual orientation or gender identity to others
c) A celebratory event for LGBT allies
d) A support group for LGBTQ individuals
Answer: b) Disclosing one’s sexual orientation or gender identity to others
The “Trevor Project” is an organization that provides support for:
a) Homeless youth
b) Transgender individuals seeking medical care
c) LGBTQ youth in crisis
d) LGBTQ seniors
Answer: c) LGBTQ youth in crisis
The “Lambda Legal” organization is known for its work in:
a) Environmental conservation
b) Animal rights
c) LGBT rights litigation
d) Political lobbying
Answer: c) LGBT rights litigation
