Langston Hughes is best known for:

writing poetry about African American life

What was the central theme behind the Harlem Renaissance?

expression of black lives and struggles

The 1920s was a time period also known as the “Roaring 20s”. Why was this era known by that name?

It was a time of economic and cultural growth in the United States.

Which of the following is the best definition of a renaissance?

A time of new music, art and cultural growth

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1
When did the Harlem Renaissance take place?
1870's and 80's
1920's and 1930's
1940's and 1950's
1890's and 1900
2
Which instrument did Louis Armstrong play?
trombone
drums
trumpet
bass
3
The first solo, transatlantic flight was achieved by Charles Lindbergh.
True
False
4
Jazz started in this Louisiana city...
Jackson
Baton Rouge
St. Charles
New Orleans
5
Ford motor company was the first automobile manufacturer to use the assembly line to produce cars .
False
True
6
Henry Ford was an _______________.
Sculptor during the Harlem Renaissance
Jazz Musician
Novelist
Inventor
7
What important event happened that allowed the Harlem Renaissance movement to happen?
rally
great journey
immigration
great migration
8
Langston Hughes is best known for:
playing original, upbeat music
writing poetry about African American life
creating colorful paintings during the Harlem Renaissance
being an excellent baseball player
9
What was the central theme behind the Harlem Renaissance?
famous black people
expression of black lives and struggles
the struggles of immigrants in Harlem
new arts
10
The 1920s was a time period also known as the “Roaring 20s”. Why was this era known by that name?
It was a time of economic and cultural growth in the United States.
It was a time of many wars being fought in different parts of world.
It was a time of massive storms along the Atlantic coastline.
It was a time of political upheaval in Washington, D.C.
11
When did the Jazz Age begin?
In the 2000's
In the 1800's
In the 1900's
In the 2010's
12
What types of music came out of the Harlem Renaissance time period?
rap and pop
hip- hop and blues
square dancing
jazz and blues
13
Which of the following is the best definition of a renaissance?
A time of new music, art and cultural growth
A particular artist who paints, sculpts and writes.
A period of art and literature in 14th Century Italy.
A period in the 1920's.

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