Elijah Anderson - 'Incident' by Countee Cullen

The video tutorial explores the Harlem Renaissance, a cultural movement in 1920s Harlem, New York. It highlights the significance of the 1925 Anthology edited by Elaine Lock and the role of County Color as a key figure in the movement. The tutorial includes a reading of County Color's memorable poem 'Incident', which reflects on a childhood experience of racism in Baltimore.

What was Harlem, New York known for during the 1920s?

• A new technological movement

• A scientific breakthrough

• A cultural and artistic movement

• A political revolution

Who edited the 1925 Anthology that was significant to the Harlem Renaissance?

• Langston Hughes

• Zora Neale Hurston

• Elaine Lock

• James Baldwin

Which poet is highlighted as an important figure of the Harlem Renaissance in the video?

• Jean Toomer

• Countee Cullen

• Claude McKay

• Langston Hughes

What is the main theme of Countee Cullen's poem 'Incident'?

• Joyful childhood memories

• A journey through Baltimore

• An experience of racial discrimination

• A celebration of cultural diversity

How does the speaker in 'Incident' describe their age during the event?

• Six years old

• Ten years old

• Eight years old

• Twelve years old