Sources
Imperialism
The Great Migration
Harlem Renaissance
Where in the World?
100
What is a reliable source?
A source that is trustworthy, often written by an expert, from a good website or publisher, and backed up by facts.
100
What is imperialism?
When a powerful country takes control of land, people, or resources in another place.
100
What is the Great Migration?
It was the movement of millions of Black Americans from the South to the North between 1910 and 1970 to escape racism and find better jobs.
100
What was the Harlem Renaissance?
A time in the 1920s–1930s when Black artists, writers, and musicians created powerful and creative work in Harlem, New York.
100
What country gained the most colonies in Africa?
United Kingdom/Great Britain
200
What is a primary source?
A first-hand account from the time something happened — like a photo, letter, diary, or newspaper from that time.
200
Name one reason why a country might want to take over another place.
To get more resources, power, money, or to show national pride.
200
Name one “push factor” that made Black Americans leave the South.
Racism, violence, Jim Crow laws, or lack of jobs (any one is correct).
200
What does the word “Renaissance” mean?
It means “rebirth” — a time of new ideas and creativity.
200
What modern-day country was the Inca Empire mostly in?
Peru
300
What is the difference between a primary and a secondary source?
A primary source is from the time of the event. A secondary source is written later by someone who studied it.
300
What is a “religious motive” for imperialism?
Wanting to spread religion, like sending missionaries to teach people about Christianity.
300
Name one “pull factor” that brought them to the North.
Job opportunities, especially in factories, or more freedom and better schools.
300
Name one type of art or music from the Harlem Renaissance.
Jazz music, poetry, or painting (any one is correct).
300
The Maya lived mostly in what area of the world?
Parts of Central America, including Guatemala and Belize
400
What is one thing that helps you know if a source is trustworthy?
If the author is an expert, the information is backed up with evidence, and it comes from a well-known publisher or website.
400
What two continents were affected most by European imperialism?
Africa and Asia
400
How did the Great Migration change Northern cities?
Northern cities grew, became more diverse, and developed strong Black communities with new culture, music, and businesses.
400
How was the Harlem Renaissance connected to the Great Migration?
Many Black Americans moved to cities like New York during the Great Migration and brought their culture, which helped start the Harlem Renaissance.
400
Which ancient civilization was located in present-day Mexico?
Aztec
500
What makes a historical claim strong?
It’s clear, focused, and can be supported with evidence from reliable sources.
500
Why did European countries have an advantage over others?
European countries had an advantage over others because they had:
Stronger armies
Better weapons
More factories and technology from the Industrial Revolution
500
What jobs did many Black Americans take in the North?
Many worked in factories, steel mills, or as construction workers and railroad workers.
500
Why is the Harlem Renaissance important to American history?
It gave Black artists a voice, celebrated Black culture, and helped fight racism through art, music, and writing.
500
Which two continents did the Silk Road connect?
Asia and Europe