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What was the main goal of the Immigration Act of 1924?
To restrict immigration based on race, targeting 'undesirable racial strains'.
Define Afro-Caribbean migration.
Movement of people of African descent from Caribbean nations to other countries, especially the U.S.
What is Black Nationalism?
Advocacy for Black pride, self-sufficiency, and sometimes separation from white society.
Define Pan-Africanism.
The idea that people of African descent have common interests and should be unified.
What is a 'push factor' in migration?
A negative aspect or condition that motivates people to leave their home country.
What is a 'pull factor' in migration?
A positive aspect or condition that attracts people to move to a new country.
Define 'code-switching'.
Alternating between two or more languages or dialects in conversation.
What is meant by 'cultural fusion'?
The blending of different cultural elements resulting in new hybrid forms.
Define 'economic hardship'.
Severe financial difficulties experienced by individuals or communities.
What does 'political instability' mean?
A state of unrest or uncertainty in a government or political system.
Define 'radicalization'.
The process of adopting extreme political, social, or religious ideals.
Who was Marcus Garvey?
Black nationalist leader, founded the UNIA, promoted Black pride and self-reliance.
Who was Claudia Jones?
Active in communist and socialist movements, advocated for racial and gender equality.
Who was C.L.R. James?
Active in communist and socialist movements, wrote about Black liberation.
Who was Wilfred A. Domingo?
Author of 'Restricted West Indian Immigration and the American Negro'.