Section 3 Flashcards
(10 cards)
What was the Harlem Renaissance?
A major cultural movement focused in the Harlem neighborhood of New York City from 1919 to 1940.
What factors contributed to the Harlem Renaissance?
Migration from the South after segregation and industrial expansion creating more jobs.
What does ‘Renaissance’ refer to in this context?
An unusually fertile period of black cultural production in all the arts.
How did World War I affect African Americans?
It brought a new worldliness for African Americans who participated, with 350,000 serving.
What was a notable characteristic of the Harlem Renaissance?
Several figures of the movement reached out to international locations and organizations.
Which international locations were connected to the Harlem Renaissance?
Caribbean, Africa, South America, Haiti, and Paris.
What is a key characteristic of the period regarding the arts?
Cross-fertilization of ideas across the arts: literature, theater, music, dance, art
What does ethnic pride and nationalism refer to in this context?
Rediscovery of African ancestors; work in which the black audience could see themselves accurately & lovingly reflected
What aspect of freedom is emphasized during this period?
Freedom of expression, including with respect to sexuality
What is the general atmosphere of the period?
Atmosphere of exploration
