Harlem Renaissance Quiz

Who is considered a key figure of the Harlem Renaissance for his poetry and essays?

• William Shakespeare

• Langston Hughes

What was a major artistic contribution of the Harlem Renaissance?

• The invention of jazz music

• The revival of classical music

How did the Harlem Renaissance contribute to the evolution of African American culture?

• It had no significant impact

• It fostered a new sense of racial pride and cultural identity

What was the social and political context that gave rise to the Harlem Renaissance?

• The Civil Rights Movement

• The Great Migration

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

• Jazz

• Hip-hop

What is considered the legacy of the Harlem Renaissance?

• The beginning of the Civil War

• A lasting impact on American culture and society

Who was a famous female writer of the Harlem Renaissance known for their novels and essays?

• Emily Dickinson

• Zora Neale Hurston

What was a common theme in literature during the Harlem Renaissance period?

• African American identity and experience

• Space exploration

Which Harlem Renaissance figure was known for their contributions to both literature and activism?

• Abraham Lincoln

• Claude McKay

What role did the Cotton Club play during the Harlem Renaissance?

• It was a famous venue for white audiences to see African American performers

• It was a library that preserved African American literature