Understanding Discrimination - Langston Hughes Pre-reading Activity
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In which artistic movement did Langston Hughes play a significant role?

  • Impressionism
  • The Harlem Renaissance (correct)
  • Renaissance of European art
  • Abstract Expressionism

    • What was Langston Hughes known for?

  • Promoting racism
  • Celebrating European culture
  • Condemning classical music
  • Inventing jazz poetry (correct)

    • What is the main theme of the poem 'As I Grew Older'?

  • Achieving dreams and overcoming hardships (correct)
  • Accepting defeat and giving up on dreams
  • Avoiding challenges and difficulties
  • Embracing a life of luxury and ease

    • What did Langston Hughes condemn through his poetry?

    <p>Racism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Langston Hughes's poetry collections The Weary Blues and Fine Clothes to the Jews celebrate?

    <p>African-American life and culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Langston Hughes known for?

    <p>Celebrating African-American life and culture, and promoting equality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main theme of the poem 'As I Grew Older'?

    <p>Stressing the need for hard work to achieve dreams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the Harlem Renaissance known for celebrating?

    <p>African-American life and culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Langston Hughes condemn through his poetry?

    <p>Racial discrimination and bias/favoritism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did 'As I Grew Older' emphasize about dreams?

    <p>Transforming dreams into reality requires determined effort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the wall represent in the poem 'As I Grew Older'?

    <p>A physical barrier between the speaker and their dream</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the speaker's 'dark hands' breaking through the wall represent in the poem?

    <p>A call for resilience and determination in the face of adversity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the 'thick wall' and 'shadow' symbolize in the poem?

    <p>The oppressive forces of racism and discrimination</p> Signup and view all the answers

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