Attempt this quiz on Black comedians

Chris Rock celebrates his 59th birthday today

Black comedians have carved out their own niche in the world of humour, using it to resolve hard times. From pioneers like Redd Foxx who broke down boundaries to contemporary voices like Tiffany Haddish, they've addressed social challenges, cultural truths, and everyday absurdities with wit, honesty, and sharp punchlines.

Laughter becomes a means for commenting, challenging opinions, and sparking conversation. Whether through stand-up, sketch comedy, or film, their talents have broadened the landscape of comedy and reminded us that laughing can be both therapeutic and thought-provoking.

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1

Who is the comedian known for his role in the Barbershop trilogyn and the Madagascar trilogy?

• Cedric The Entertainer
• Steve Harvey
• Robin Harris

2

In which movie does D.L. Hughley play a Afro-American cop whose partner is a Pakistani?

• The Brothers
• Brothered Up
• Shackles

3

In which comedy movie starring Bernie Mac, a black girl brings home her white boyfriend and introduces him to her parents?

• Guess Who
• Pride
• Get on the Bus

4

Which Martin Lawrence movie is about 2 security guards who uncover a sophisticated smuggling operation and are on the run from the gang and the L.A.P.D?

• Nothing to Lose
• Bad Boys
• National Security

5

Name Eddie Murphy's debut theatrical feature film.

• Trading Places
• 48 Hrs.
• Best Defense

6

What is the name of the character played by Chris Tucker in the movie 'Friday'?

• Smokey
• Big Worm
• Craig Jones

7

In which Chris Rock movie do prisoners form a football team and take on the prison guards?

• Top Five
• The Longest Yard
• Down to Earth

8

In which movie does Marlon Wayans play the role of 'Shorty Meeks'?

• Scary Movie
• White Chicks
• Tyrone C. Love

9

In which movie does Eddie Murphy play the role of an overweight good-hearted professor?

• Doctor Dolittle
• The Nutty Professor
• Holy Man

10

Name the Leslie Jones movie based on the 1997 Loomis Fargo bank robbery in Charlotte, North Carolina.

• Lottery Ticket
• We Are Family
• Masterminds

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