Black Pop Culture Flashcard

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Who is known as the "Queen of Hip-Hop Soul" and has been influential in the music industry since the 1990s?

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Mary J. Blige

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DOK Level 1: Recall

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Which African American fashion designer is known for his luxury streetwear brand and working as the artistic director of Louis Vuitton's menswear?

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Virgil Abloh

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The film "Moonlight" is significant in African American cinema because it:

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Was the first African American film to win the Academy Award for Best Picture

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Which novel by Toni Morrison, a Nobel Prize-winning author, explores the life of an African American girl who desires to have blue eyes?

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The Bluest Eye

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DOK Level 1: Recall

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Identify the dance style that originated in the African American community and is characterized by its improvisational and competitive nature.

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Breakdancing

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Jacob Lawrence is renowned for his portrayal of African American historical narratives through: Sculptures, Paintings, Photography, Digital Art

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Paintings

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How did the Harlem Renaissance influence African American literature?

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It marked the beginning of modern African American literature.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

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In what way did the film "Black Panther" impact the representation of African Americans in cinema?

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It was the first film with a primarily African American cast to gross over $1 billion worldwide.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

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Discuss the significance of hip-hop in African American communities.

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It has played a crucial role in giving a voice to urban youth and addressing social issues.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

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Analyze the impact of Basquiat's art on contemporary African American art movements.

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He influenced the neo-expressionism movement and brought attention to racial and class struggles in art.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking