1920s - Day 2: The Harlem Renaissance and Black Nationalism TP

​The Harlem Renaissance and Black Nationalism: Shaping American Culture

Unit 1 1920s

Multiple Choice

What years marked the primary period of the Harlem Renaissance?

• 1940s
• 1920s
• 1910s
• 1930s

Multiple Choice

Langston Hughes was best known for his work as a

• novelist
• poet
• playwright
• essayist

Multiple Choice

Zora Neal Hurston wrote stories set in what geographic region?

• Southern United States

• Midwestern United States

• Western United States

• Northern United States

Multiple Choice

Marcus Garvey encouraged African Americans to move where for a better life

• Africa
• Asia
• Europe
• South America

Multiple Choice

Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald and Duke Ellington were all well known performers of what type of music?

• jazz
• blues
• rock
• classical

Multiple Choice

Why were many black performers of the Harlem Renaissance refused entry (as customers) of the fancy clubs they performed in?

• Lack of talent among performers.
• Preference for white performers only.
• Racial segregation and discriminatory practices.
• High ticket prices for black customers.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a long-term effects of the Harlem Renaissance on American society.

• Decline in African American literature and arts.
• Increased recognition and appreciation of African American culture in mainstream society.
• Increased segregation in public spaces.
• Decreased interest in jazz music among Americans.

Multiple Choice

How does the Harlem Renaissance continue to influence American culture today?

• Through its impact on music, literature, and the ongoing pursuit of social justice.

• It primarily influenced European art movements in the 20th century.
• The Harlem Renaissance had no lasting impact on American culture.