Modern Music
What did the musicians follow?
A. Their passions
B. Their gut
C. The wrong path
D. Their parents
A. Their passions
Did the Harlem Renaissance effect the white community?
A. True
B. False
Places especially Harlem became very popular destination sites, gathering African Americans. This didn't just bring new people in town it brought new culture, art, music, and a brand new society.
A. True
What was Aaron Douglas’s main instrument ???
A. Banjo
B. The Rain Stick
C. Saxophone
D. The Nose Whistle
E. The Triangle
C. Saxophone
Aaron Douglas's main instrument was the Saxophone.
What year did the Harlem renaissance?
A. 2002
B. 1920
C.1875
D.1918
B. 1920
The Harlem Renaissance started in the year 1920.
Was the Harlem Community the most famous African American community in the world?
A. True
B. False
The Harlem Renaissance was a hot spot for African American culture and living.
A. True
The Harlem Renaissance encompassed all the arts but the one that stood out was...
A. Athletics
B. Education
C. Music
D. Art
C. Music
Music played a huge part inside of the Harlem Renaissance. Music such as Jazz was prime. We even listen to Jazz today!
How was the Harlem Renaissance a influential moment in our society?
A. It created Tik Tok
B. It made people want to play Jazz
C. It gave attention to amazing works of African American culture.
D. Invented the iPhone
The Harlem Renaissance gave great notice to many talented artists, musicians, and performers.
C. It gave attention to amazing works of African American culture.
How old was Aaron Douglas when he died?
A. 80
B. 21
C. 50
D. 97
E. 1000
A. 80
Douglas died of a pulmonary embolism on February 2, 1979.
What was the Great Migration?
A. A party
B. A movie
C. A migration of African Americans
D. A art show from the 1920's
The Great Migration was sometimes known as the "Black Migration." It was a migration of six million African Americans to the Midwest, West, Northeast areas.
C. A migration of African Americans
What did the Harlem Renaissance not change
A. Music
B. Art
C. Dance
D. Cup Cakes
D. Cup Cakes
What did Musical Artists create and were influenced by?
A. Jazz
B. Hip Hop
C. Rock
D. Country
A. Jazz
Jazz was one of the main forms of music inside of the Harlem Renaissance. Musicians such as Louis Armstrong were in the spotlight. People play and listen to Jazz even today.
How did the Harlem Renaissance impact the future generations?
A. Created schools
B. Created new dance moves
C. Inspired future generations
D. Created new art
The Harlem Renaissance impacted not just the future of African Americans but everyone to. Music, art, and acting still appear today.
C. Inspired future generations
What university did Aaron Douglas attend?
A. Columbia University
B. Harvard University
C. Yale University
D. University University
E. Duke University
A. Columbia University
Aaron Douglas attended Columbia University at the age of 1944.
Why did the Harlem Renaissance start?
A. The Great depression
B. They needed something to do
C. The Great Migration
D. It just started
C. The Great Migration
The start of the Harlem Renaissance was due to the migration of African-Americans to northern cities.
What is the word "Renaissance" definition?
A. It means to have fun
B. Revival of art
C. It means "Food"
The word "Renaissance" is a cultural moment where art and literacy is under influence.
B. Revival of art
What kind of people proposed this style of music?
A. Hispanic people
B. African American people
C. British people
D. Dutch people
B. African American people
African Americans brought a whole new style and culture to the world. They shared everything from food, art, music, ect...
How was the Harlem Renaissance significant to African American Culture?
A. It gave them fast food
B. It gave the spotlight to African American Culture
C. It gave them money
D. It started a Great Depression
The Harlem Renaissance was the prime time to show off their culture. With people no matter their race enjoying it.
B. It gave the spotlight to African American Culture
What difficulties did Aaron Douglas face.
A. Not having enough money
B. Wanted to move
C. Didn't have self confidence
D. Racism and Discrimination
D. Racism and Discrimination
Aaron was not first accepted by the white men. His art peace's to the were considered garbage. Several threats were sent to Aaron but none were ever met. He slowly gained their respect not by his fists but by his words.
When did the Harlem Renaissance end?
A. 1930
B.1867
C. 2024
D.1940
The Harlem Renaissance ended in the mid 1930's
Did the Harlem Renaissance become a home for other ethnic groups?
A. True
B. False
Yes, it has been the home to German, Irish, Dutch, Italian, and Jewish ethnic groups.
A. True
This type of music incorporated big band instruments such as...
A. Clarinet and Flute
B. Oboe and English Horn
C. Bassoon and French Horn
D. Trumpets and Saxophones
D. Trumpets and Saxophones
Inside of the Harlem Renaissance Trumpets and Saxophones were the main instrument for Jazz. Everywhere you go to listen to Jazz there is at least one of these instruments.
How has the Harlem Renaissance *MOST* helped our world today?
A. Gave us a new genera of music
B. Brought attention to African Americans culture, style, and much more
C. Taught us new dance moves
D. Gave African Americans and easier way to live, and a better place to stay.
Brought notice and attention to African Americans culture, art, and music along with influencing the future such as style and even education. Most African Americans had zero education. Without the Harlem Renaissance the world would not be the same today.
B. Brought attention to African Americans culture, style, and much more
How did Aaron effect the Harlem Renaissance?
A. He influenced others
B. He started Facebook
C. He became an educator
A. He influenced others
He influenced many people to become a artist and was the voice of his people gaining them power and money.
What BEST describes the changes taken place inside of the Africa American community during the Harlem Renaissance?
A. New spirit and Pride
B. It gave them a Chick-fil-A
C. New art and music
D. New technology
It gave the African American a new spirit and a sense of pride. It all gave the hope and joy.
A. New spirit and Pride
What was the Harlem Renaissance BEST known for internationally?
A. Was known as the "Black Mecca" of the world.
B. Was known for its great music
C. Was known for education
The Harlem Renaissance was a hotspot or a "Mecca" for African Americans.
A. Was known as the "Black Mecca" of the world.