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The Harlem Renaissance was
a cultural and artistic movement of the 1920s and 30s, led by African-Americans.
a cultural and artistic movement of the 1880s and 90s, led by Italian-Americans.
a campaign to revitalize Harlem in the early 2000s.
a post-World War II religious revival.
During the Great Migration, African-Americans
moved south seeking improved economic opportunities and better weather.
moved north seeking job opportunities and an escape from racial terrorism.
found new artistic outlets and an escape from racial terrorism in the west.
enjoyed better weather and higher quality housing without moving.
Which of the following was a significant part of the Harlem Renaissance?
new ideas about immigration
new ideas about blackness in America
increased awareness of women’s rights
increased interest in Italian Renaissance art
Marcus Garvey encouraged African-Americans to
migrate to Africa.
stay in the south of the US.
buy property and become landlords.
create art and literature about topics other than race.
During the Harlem Renaissance, many African-Americans
rallied against police violence.
left the United States for Europe.
redefined their identities through art.
ran for public office in huge numbers.
The musical Shuffle Along was significant because it was
the first time an African-American was allowed to perform on Broadway.
produced by African-Americans and performed by white New Yorkers.
written, produced and performed by African-Americans.
the end of the Harlem Renaissance.
Writers like Zora Neale Hurston and Claude McKay often explored themes of
youth and beauty
race and racism
love and power
war and peace
Which of these best describes the meaning of Langston Hughes’ “Dreams”?
Life is meaningless without dreams.
All birds need at least two wings to fly.
It is difficult to understand another person.
Only pursue dreams that are possible to achieve.
Why did many African Americans leave the South after the Civil War?
To escape slavery
To find jobs in agriculture
To avoid racial discrimination
To gain citizenship
How did W.E.B. Du Bois contribute to the Harlem Renaissance?
He composed music based on African American motifs
He led a movement to return to Africa
He wrote plays about the African-American experience
He wrote about the struggle for African-American identity
What was one goal of the New Negro Movement?
Instill pride in African-American culture
End segregation in the South
Win voting rights for all
Ensure separate but equal public facilities for African Americans
What did Louis Armstrong, Bessie Smith, and Josephine Baker have in common?
They were political leaders
They wrote for black newspapers
They were popular entertainers
They were famous athletes
Which of the following called for the establishment of a new country for African Americans?
New Negro Movement
Pan-Africanism
Civil Rights Movement
Black Nationalism
The success of Madame C.J. Walker symbolized the growing influence of African Americans in:
Business
Education
Music
Politics
What can you infer about the economic status of African Americans prior to the Harlem Renaissance?
Nearly all were unemployed
Most were considered lower class
The vast majority were considered middle class
A large percentage were considered wealthy
What factor allowed many more African Americans to pursue careers in fields like medicine and law?
Spread of black businesses
Access to higher education
Shift from agriculture to industry
Push for unity among all Africans
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