The Practice of Freedom
Which of the following was a significant economic factor that drove Afro-Caribbean migration to the U.S. in the early 20th century?
Increased demand for agricultural laborers in the Caribbean.
Economic hardship in the Caribbean due to trade disruptions during World War I.
Political stability and economic prosperity in the Caribbean.
Decreased American economic influence in the Caribbean.
Which of the following was a potential source of tension between Afro-Caribbean migrants and existing African American communities in the early 20th century?
Shared cultural backgrounds and identical customs.
Competition for jobs, housing, and resources.
Complete agreement on political ideologies.
Lack of linguistic diversity.
Analyze the effects of both community tensions and cultural blending on the identity formation of African Americans in the early 20th century. Which statement is most accurate?
Community tensions led to a complete rejection of Afro-Caribbean cultural influences by African Americans.
Cultural blending resulted in a homogenous African American identity, erasing all previous distinctions.
Community tensions and cultural blending both contributed to a more complex and diverse African American identity, marked by both conflict and exchange.
The effects of community tensions and cultural blending were minimal, with African American identity remaining largely unchanged.
What was Marcus Garvey's main contribution to Black nationalism and Pan-Africanism?
Promoting integration and assimilation into white American society.
Advocating for Black pride, self-reliance, and the creation of a unified African state.
Supporting gradual reform and collaboration with existing power structures.
Focusing solely on local issues and neglecting broader global connections.
Which major U.S. city saw a significant settlement of Afro-Caribbean migrants in the early 20th century?
Los Angeles
New York City
Atlanta
Seattle
Which of the following best explains why Afro-Caribbean migrants were attracted to settle in urban areas such as New York City?
The climate in urban areas was similar to that of the Caribbean.
Urban areas offered abundant agricultural opportunities.
Urban areas provided access to established African American communities and industrial jobs.
Urban areas had fewer racial tensions than rural areas.
Which of the following is an example of cultural fusion between Afro-Caribbean migrants and African Americans in the early 20th century?
Segregation of musical styles and dance traditions.
Blending of culinary traditions.
Decline in the popularity of jazz music.
Increased emphasis on cultural isolation.

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Which religious tradition was introduced to the U.S. by Afro-Caribbean migrants?
Baptist
Methodist
Santeria
Presbyterian
How did religious and linguistic diversity challenge the concept of a monolithic Black experience in the U.S.?
By reinforcing the idea that all Black individuals share the same cultural and religious background.
By highlighting the diverse origins, beliefs, and languages within the Black community, demonstrating that there is no single Black experience.
By creating a unified Black identity based on shared religious and linguistic practices.
By diminishing the importance of cultural and religious practices within the Black community.
According to Domingo, what was the main purpose of the Immigration Act of 1924?
To encourage immigration from the West Indies.
To restrict 'undesirable racial strains,' including Black immigrants.
To promote cultural exchange between the U.S. and the West Indies.
To address labor shortages in the U.S.