Schomburg The Man Who Built A Library Questions

What motivated Arturo Schomburg to collect materials related to African-American history and culture, as discussed in 'Schomburg: The Man Who Built A Library'?

• To combat the Eurocentric narrative of history
• To follow a family tradition
• To impress his friends
• To make money from selling the materials

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What prestigious honor did Arturo Schomburg receive from Howard University, as mentioned in the book 'Schomburg: The Man Who Built A Library'?

• Honorary Doctorate
• Oscar Award
• Nobel Prize
• Pulitzer Prize

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What is the nickname given to Arturo Schomburg in the book 'Schomburg: The Man Who Built A Library'?

• The Puerto Rican Pavarotti
• The French Explorer
• The American Cowboy
• The Japanese Samurai

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What was the profession of Arturo Schomburg's father, as mentioned in the book 'Schomburg: The Man Who Built A Library'?

• Mason
• Pilot
• Teacher
• Doctor

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In 'Schomburg: The Man Who Built A Library,' what impact did Arturo Schomburg's collection have on the Harlem Renaissance?

• It inspired and influenced many writers and artists of the time
• It had no influence on the Harlem Renaissance
• It caused controversy and backlash within the community
• It was completely ignored by the artists of the Harlem Renaissance

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What is the main focus of the collection at The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, as described in the book 'Schomburg: The Man Who Built A Library'?

• African-American history and culture
• Asian cuisine
• South American music
• European architecture

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What is the name of the library that Arturo Schomburg built, as discussed in the book 'Schomburg: The Man Who Built A Library'?

• The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture
• The British Library
• The Library of Congress
• The New York Public Library

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Who is the author of the book 'Schomburg: The Man Who Built A Library'?

• Carole Boston Weatherford
• K. Rowling
• Michelle Obama
• Stephen King

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What was the profession of Arturo Schomburg, the main subject of the book 'Schomburg: The Man Who Built A Library'?

• Historian
• Chef
• Pilot
• Athlete

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Where was Arturo Schomburg born, as mentioned in the book 'Schomburg: The Man Who Built A Library'?

• Santurce, Puerto Rico
• Paris, France
• New York City, USA
• Tokyo, Japan

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