Exploring the Harlem Renaissance: A Historical Overview

What was another name for the Harlem Renaissance?

• The Artistic Explosion

• The New American Movement

• The Great Awakening

• The New Negro Movement

What major event led to the Harlem Renaissance?

• The Industrial Revolution

• World War I

• The American Revolution

• The Civil War

What was the primary goal of the New Negro Movement?

• To promote racial integration

• To revive classical art forms

• To foster artistic expression among Black Americans

• To challenge economic policies

What was the Red Summer of 1919 noted for?

• Economic prosperity

• Violence against Black veterans

• Artistic gatherings

• Political elections

Which city became a hub for the Harlem Renaissance?

• New York City

• Washington D.C.

• Los Angeles

• Chicago

Who was a notable sculptor during the Harlem Renaissance?

• Richmond Barthe

• Langston Hughes

• James Van Der Zee

• Aaron Douglas

Which artist used African themes in their sculptures?

• Meta Vaux Warrick Fuller

• Richmond Barthe

• Aaron Douglas

• James Van Der Zee

Who was the first African-American woman to receive a U.S. government commission for her art?

• Faith Ringgold

• Augusta Savage

• Meta Vaux Warrick Fuller

• Lois Mailou Jones

What was Langston Hughes known for in his poetry?

• Nature descriptions

• Abstract concepts

• Authentic Black experiences

• Romantic themes

Which publication featured writings from the Harlem Renaissance?

• The Daily News

• The Harlem Times

• The New Yorker

• The Survey Graphic