Response to Injustice and the Development of Cultural Traditions
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What aspect of racial segregation is symbolized by the kitchen in Langston Hughes's poem?

  • Social hierarchy
  • Inequality in employment opportunities
  • Racial inequality (correct)
  • Discrimination in dining establishments

    • Why were African-American domestic employees not acknowledged as part of the family or household despite forming close bonds?

  • Lack of interaction with the family
  • Racial biases and discrimination (correct)
  • They preferred to keep their distance
  • Their work schedule didn't align with family time

    • What social issue is central to Langston Hughes's poem 'I, Too'?

  • Religious intolerance
  • Class discrimination
  • Gender inequality
  • Racial inequality (correct)

    • In what decade did Langston Hughes play a key role in the Harlem Renaissance?

    <p>1920s</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What inspired Langston Hughes to write 'I, Too'?

    <p>His experiences on a ship from Italy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best summarizes the speaker's transformation in Langston Hughes's poem?

    <p>'Beautiful' emerged from a place of segregation and oppression.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the speaker in the text vow to do in response to racism and segregation?

    <p>Laugh, eat well, and grow strong</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the poem suggest black people can combat racism?

    <p>By developing vibrant cultural traditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the speaker hope white people will eventually recognize about black contributions to American culture?

    <p>Their beauty and strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the kitchen primarily used as a symbol of within the text?

    <p>A symbol of nourishment and inequality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ultimate message of the poem regarding racism according to the text?

    <p>Racism will eventually collapse due to recognition of black contributions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the speaker view the kitchen in relation to cultural identity?

    <p>As a symbol of unity and strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

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