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What does W.E.B. Du Bois refer to as 'the problem of the twentieth century'?
What does W.E.B. Du Bois refer to as 'the problem of the twentieth century'?
- The Tulsa Race Massacre.
- The fight for self-improvement.
- The destruction of Black Wall Street.
- The color line and racial discrimination. (correct)
In 'The Souls of Black Folk,' what does the symbol of 'the Veil' represent?
In 'The Souls of Black Folk,' what does the symbol of 'the Veil' represent?
- Separation from full participation in American society due to discrimination. (correct)
- A metaphor for African Americans' full participation in society.
- A symbol of African Americans' unity and strength.
- A barrier to African Americans' access to education.
What concept does the term 'double-consciousness' refer to?
What concept does the term 'double-consciousness' refer to?
- Conflict experienced by subordinated groups in an oppressive society. (correct)
- Self-acceptance and embracing one's identity.
- Social integration and equality.
- Racial superiority and privilege.
What was the aftermath of the Tulsa Race Massacre in terms of casualties?
What was the aftermath of the Tulsa Race Massacre in terms of casualties?
What did Du Bois describe as 'the problem of the twentieth century'?
What did Du Bois describe as 'the problem of the twentieth century'?
What does the metaphor of the 'color line' primarily symbolize?
What does the metaphor of the 'color line' primarily symbolize?
What was the main cause of the heightened racial violence in the early 20th century as described in the text?
What was the main cause of the heightened racial violence in the early 20th century as described in the text?
What event is known as the 'Red Summer' according to the text?
What event is known as the 'Red Summer' according to the text?
How did African Americans respond to white supremacist attacks in the early 20th century?
How did African Americans respond to white supremacist attacks in the early 20th century?
What impact did the lack of economic opportunities in the South have on African Americans during this time period?
What impact did the lack of economic opportunities in the South have on African Americans during this time period?
Which event in 1921 destroyed more than 1,250 homes and businesses in Greenwood, also known as 'Black Wall Street'?
Which event in 1921 destroyed more than 1,250 homes and businesses in Greenwood, also known as 'Black Wall Street'?
'If We Must Die' by Claude McKay was written in response to which historical events described in the text?
'If We Must Die' by Claude McKay was written in response to which historical events described in the text?
