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Define Harlem Renaissance.

A cultural and intellectual revival of African American arts in the 1920s and 1930s.

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Define Harlem Renaissance.

A cultural and intellectual revival of African American arts in the 1920s and 1930s.

Define cultural heritage.

Legacy of physical artifacts and intangible attributes of a group or society inherited from past generations.

Define colonialism.

The policy or practice of acquiring full or partial political control over another country, occupying it with settlers, and exploiting it economically.

Define stereotype.

A widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing.

Define cultural identity.

The identity of a group or culture, or of an individual as far as one is influenced by one's belonging to a group or culture.

Define assimilation.

The process by which a person or a group's language and/or culture come to resemble those of another group.

Define alienation.

The state or experience of being isolated from a group or an activity to which one should belong or in which one should be involved.

Define cultural memory.

The means by which knowledge of the past is transmitted within a society.

Define racial consciousness.

Awareness of one's own race and the racial dynamics that affect society.

Define African diaspora.

The dispersion of Africans and their descendants throughout the world, especially due to the slave trade.

What is the significance of jazz music during the Harlem Renaissance?

Jazz became a symbol of African American creativity and cultural expression, challenging racial boundaries.

What role did literature play in the Harlem Renaissance?

Literature provided a platform for African American writers to explore themes of identity, race, and social justice.

How did art contribute to the Harlem Renaissance?

Art visually represented African American history, culture, and experiences, challenging negative stereotypes.

What were 'rent parties' in Harlem?

Social gatherings with music and dancing to raise money to pay rent, showcasing community and resilience.

What was the significance of theater during the Harlem Renaissance?

Provided opportunities for African American actors, playwrights, and directors to showcase their talents and challenge racial stereotypes.

What was the role of visual arts in shaping identity?

Visual arts like painting and sculpture provided powerful imagery to counter negative stereotypes and celebrate African American heritage.

How did the Harlem Renaissance influence fashion?

The Harlem Renaissance influenced fashion by promoting styles that celebrated African American culture and identity.

What was the role of dance during the Harlem Renaissance?

Dance was a vital form of expression, blending African and American traditions and providing a space for creativity and community.

How did the Harlem Renaissance impact the Black church?

The Harlem Renaissance influenced the Black church by incorporating elements of African culture and promoting social activism.

What were the causes and effects of the Great Migration?

Cause: Jim Crow laws, economic opportunities. Effect: Growth of urban Black communities, Harlem Renaissance.

What were the causes and effects of colonialism in Africa?

Cause: European imperialism, economic exploitation. Effect: Loss of land, cultural disruption, political instability.

What were the causes and effects of slavery on African American identity?

Cause: Forced separation, dehumanization. Effect: Loss of cultural heritage, struggle for identity, resilience.

What were the causes and effects of the Harlem Renaissance?

Cause: Great Migration, desire for self-expression. Effect: Flourishing of Black culture, challenge to stereotypes, new identity.

What were the causes and effects of racial discrimination in America?

Cause: Prejudice, Jim Crow laws. Effect: Segregation, limited opportunities, social unrest.

What were the causes and effects of the Red Summer of 1919?

Cause: Racial tensions, economic competition. Effect: Violence, loss of life, increased racial consciousness.

What were the causes and effects of the Back-to-Africa movement?

Cause: Disillusionment with American society, desire for self-determination. Effect: Limited success, promotion of Black nationalism.

What were the causes and effects of the Harlem Riot of 1935?

Cause: Police brutality, racial discrimination. Effect: Violence, property damage, increased awareness of social injustice.

What were the causes and effects of the Scottsboro Boys case?

Cause: Racial prejudice, false accusations. Effect: Legal battles, international attention, challenge to the justice system.

What were the causes and effects of World War I on African Americans?

Cause: Increased demand for labor, military service. Effect: Economic opportunities, heightened racial tensions, new expectations.