Harlem Renaissance

Multiple Choice

Why was the Harlem Renaissance significant for African-American culture in the 1920s?

• It promoted economic growth in Harlem

• It celebrated black culture through literature, art, and music

• It led to the end of segregation in New York City

• It focused on political reforms only

Open Ended

Compare the contributions of Alain Locke and Langston Hughes to the Harlem Renaissance. How did their work influence the movement?

Fill in the Blanks

Marcus Garvey founded the

Negro Improvement Association to promote black pride and unity.

Multiple Select

Which of the following individuals were known for their literary contributions during the Harlem Renaissance?

• Archibald Motley

• Zora Neal Hurston

• Claude McKay

• Louis Armstrong

Open Ended

What is one question you still have about the Harlem Renaissance or its impact on American society?