I, Too, Sing America

During what historic time period was this poem written?

• The Civil War

• The Harlem Renaissance

• World War I

• World War II

When did the Harlem Renaissance take place?

• The 1860s

• 2020

• The 1920s-1930s

• The 1960s

How did African Americans celebrate thier culture in the Harlem Renaissance? Select all that apply.

• Through music

• Through literature and poetry

• Through sports

• Through dance and performance art

During the Harlem Renaissance, what was celebrated? Select all that apply.

• African American culture

• racism

• segregation

• The Civil War

Who is the author of "I, Too, Sing America"?

• Billie Holiday

• Duke Ellington

• Walt Whitman

• Langston Hughes

True or False: This poem is about an African American who was adopted by a white family

• True

• False

Who does "the darker brother" refer to?

• All African Americans

• Just Langston Hughes

• The African Americans in the South

• slaves

True or False: The only time African Americans were treated unfairly was when they were sent to the kitchen when company came

• True

• False

What was Langston Hughes laughing at?

• a joke

• racism

• Blacks

• artists

True or False: Langston Hughes feels ashamed in his poem

• True

• False