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African Colonization and Cultural Identity Movements Quiz

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What was the primary motivation behind European colonization of Africa during the 15th-20th centuries?

To protect Africans from themselves

To establish trade and economic exploitation (correct)

To spread Christianity and civilization

To promote cultural exchange and understanding

How did the European colonizers view African cultures and societies?

As advanced and sophisticated

As irrelevant to European interests

As primitive and savage (correct)

As worthy of preservation and protection

What was the primary goal of the Harlem Renaissance movement among African-Americans in the early 20th century?

To promote African-American political representation

To protest against racial discrimination and injustice

To integrate African-Americans into mainstream American culture

To establish a new, distinct black cultural identity (correct)

What was the main purpose of the Black Panther Party when it was founded in 1966?

To provide armed monitoring of police and prevent brutality Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason why African-American actors have been underrepresented in lead roles in major superhero and action films?

The superhero and action genres have traditionally been dominated by white male characters Signup and view all the answers

Which type of film has been the predominant form of 'black cinema' in the past, according to the passage?

Issues-based social realism and 'prestige' art house films Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following films is noted for having a black main character in the superhero genre?

Blade (1998) Signup and view all the answers

What did the #oscarssowhite meme draw attention to?

The lack of diversity in Oscar-nominated films Signup and view all the answers

How is Africa often portrayed in US/European news media, according to the text?

As an underprivileged, developing region focused on civil wars, famine, and terrorism Signup and view all the answers

What term is used to describe the outdated perception of Africa as a backward and uncivilized place?

The Dark Continent Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following initiatives did Barack Obama create to aid minority and women's groups during his presidency?

Universal healthcare and college access funds Signup and view all the answers

What movement has utilized social media to raise awareness about the issue of unarmed 'people of color' being shot by US police?

#blacklivesmatter Signup and view all the answers