Exploring the Harlem Renaissance

What was the Harlem Renaissance?

• A political movement in the 1920s

• An African American cultural movement in the 1920s and 1930s

• A European art movement in the 19th century

• A scientific revolution in the early 20th century

Which of the following works was written by Langston Hughes?

• Their Eyes Were Watching God

• The Weary Blues

• Invisible Man

• Go Tell It on the Mountain

Zora Neale Hurston is best known for her work in which literary genre?

• Science Fiction

• Mystery

• Folklore and Anthropology

• Romance

What was the significance of The Cotton Club during the Harlem Renaissance?

• It was a famous political meeting place.

• It was a renowned white-only jazz club that featured many African American performers.

• It was the first integrated public school in Harlem.

• It was a museum dedicated to the history of cotton.

Which genre of music is most associated with the Harlem Renaissance?

• Rock

• Classical

• Jazz

• Hip-Hop

Who was a famous female writer and anthropologist during the Harlem Renaissance?

• Maya Angelou

• Toni Morrison

• Zora Neale Hurston

• Alice Walker

What was the primary location of the Harlem Renaissance?

• Harlem, New York City

• Paris, France

• Chicago, Illinois

• Los Angeles, California

Which visual artist was known for his portrayal of African American life during the Harlem Renaissance?

• Pablo Picasso

• Jacob Lawrence

• Vincent van Gogh

• Andy Warhol

The Harlem Renaissance had a profound impact on which aspect of African American culture?

• Economics

• Religion

• Literature and the arts

• Sports

What was one of the goals of the Harlem Renaissance?

• To promote racial segregation

• To foster a sense of black pride and cultural identity

• To encourage African Americans to move back to Africa

• To create a new political party