SOL Review #20 2/3/25

What was a major economic factor that led African Americans to leave the South during the Great Migration?

• High-paying jobs were abundant in the South

• Jobs were scarce and low-paying in the South

• The South had better working conditions

• Southern factories were expanding rapidly

How did World War I create opportunities for African Americans?

• It increased European immigration

• It decreased the need for workers

• It stopped European immigration and increased military needs

• It created more farming jobs in the South

Which regions did African Americans primarily migrate to during this period?

• The Southwest and Southeast

• The North and Midwest

• The Pacific Coast and Alaska

• The Deep South and Texas

What social condition in the South motivated African Americans to migrate?

• Equal treatment under the law

• Peaceful social conditions

• Protection from local authorities

• Discrimination and violence

How did conditions for African Americans compare between the North and South?

• Conditions were exactly the same in both regions

• The South offered more opportunities

• The North had better opportunities despite some discrimination

• There was no discrimination in either region

What type of areas did African Americans primarily move to during the Great Migration?

• Rural farming communities

• Suburban neighborhoods

• Urban cities

• Small towns

Which employment sector created new opportunities in the North during World War I?

• Agricultural work

• Military and industrial jobs

• Restaurant services

• Construction work

How did the decrease in European immigration affect African Americans?

• It reduced job opportunities

• It had no effect on jobs

• It created more job openings

• It increased competition for jobs

What continued to be a challenge for African Americans even after moving North?

• Discrimination and violence

• Lack of housing options

• Limited transportation

• Language barriers

What best describes the overall impact of the Great Migration on African Americans?

• It solved all their problems

• It made conditions worse

• It provided new opportunities despite ongoing challenges

• It had no significant impact