Matthew Delmont - Beaumont to Detroit by Langston Hughes

The video discusses Langston Hughes's fascination with the rise of fascism in Europe and his role as a war correspondent during the Spanish Civil War, focusing on black American volunteers. It highlights Hughes's critique of U.S. hypocrisy during World War II, emphasizing the double victory campaign against fascism abroad and racism at home. The video concludes with a reading of Hughes's poem 'Beaumont to Detroit 1943,' which critiques racial injustice in America.

What motivated Langston Hughes to travel to Spain before World War 2?

• To study European literature

• To escape rising tensions in America

• To report on the Spanish Civil War

• To explore Spanish culture

What was the primary focus of Hughes's reports as a war correspondent?

• The technological advancements in warfare

• The economic impact of the war

• The political strategies of European leaders

• The experiences of black volunteers in Spain

What was the double victory campaign emphasized by Hughes?

• Victory against fascism abroad and racism at home

• Victory in both World Wars

• Victory in sports and arts

• Victory in economic and political reforms

In the poem 'Beaumont to Detroit 1943', what does Hughes criticize?

• The economic policies of the US

• The cultural differences between regions

• The educational system in the US

• The racial injustices in America

How does Hughes draw a parallel between fascist leaders and racial issues in the US in his poem?

• By comparing economic policies

• By highlighting similar oppressive tactics

• By discussing cultural exchanges

• By focusing on technological advancements