Questions and Answers
Which is the best example of an effect of the Harlem Renaissance on music?
In the early 1900s, the Chicago Defender was
an African American newspaper.
A poet whose works inspired other Harlem Renaissance poets was
Claude McKay.
Zora Neale Hurston collected and wrote about African American
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Which best describes how the Great Migration affected Northern cities?
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The Cotton Club was famous for which of the following?
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Which two cities were the most popular destinations during the Great Migration?
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The aspects of a specific location that make people want to move away are called
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Who was called the 'Shakespeare of Harlem' during the Harlem Renaissance?
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Besides jazz, the Harlem Renaissance was also known for African American
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Study Notes
Effects of the Harlem Renaissance on Music
- Jazz gained increased popularity and reached a broader American audience during the Harlem Renaissance.
The Chicago Defender
- Prominent African American newspaper in the early 1900s, playing a critical role in sharing news and culture.
Influential Poets
- Claude McKay emerged as a key poet whose work inspired fellow Harlem Renaissance poets.
Zora Neale Hurston's Contributions
- Known for her exploration and documentation of African American culture, particularly in literature and folklore.
Impact on Northern Cities
- The Great Migration made Northern cities more culturally diverse as African Americans relocated and shared their heritage.
The Cotton Club
- A legendary venue famous for showcasing jazz music, contributing significantly to the cultural landscape of the era.
Popular Destinations of the Great Migration
- New York and Chicago were the primary cities attracting African American migrants during this period.
Push Factors
- Factors that compelled individuals to leave their homes, often associated with seeking better opportunities and living conditions.
Langston Hughes
- Celebrated as the "Shakespeare of Harlem," Hughes was a prominent figure in the Harlem Renaissance known for his influential poetry.
Harlem Renaissance Beyond Music
- The movement was not only a landmark for jazz but also for African American literature, promoting new voices and narratives.
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