Harlem Renaissance Warm Up Video

What was the cultural explosion of the 1920's in the African American community?

• The Harlem Renaissance.
• The Jazz Age
• The Civil Rights Movement

Why do you think the Harlem was known as the African American Cultural Center?

• Harlem was primarily a residential area with no cultural significance.
• Harlem became popular due to its proximity to Wall Street.
• Harlem celebrated and promoted African American culture.

Langston introduced what type of poetry during the the Harlem Renaissance?

• sonnet
• free verse
• jazz poetry

What do you think about the style of clothing worn during the Harlem Renaissance?

The Harlem Renaissance began to change the world's perception of African Americans because?

• It focused solely on political issues.
• It was primarily a European cultural movement.
• It highlighted the cultural contributions of African Americans.

What was the new image that the Harlem Renaissance portray for African American?