Question

Which section from the text best supports the answer to Part A? A. “In the early 1900s African Americans began moving north where they could find better paid jobs working in city factories instead of on farms.” (Paragraph 3) B. “One of the most common stereotypes was that they were primitive, wild people still closely connected to the ‘jungle roots’ of their origins in Africa.” (Paragraph 4) C. “Although the poem never addressed race directly, African-American readers found its message of defiance inspiring as they continued to hear about racially motivated violence around the country.” (Paragraph 5) D. “Artists held the belief that through intellect, literature, art, and music, their work could challenge racism and enable African Americans to better integrate into American society as a whole.” (Paragraph 6)

Answer 1

Answer: “Artists held the belief that through intellect, literature, art, and music, their work could challenge racism and enable African Americans to better integrate into American society as a whole.” (Paragraph 6)

Explanation:

In this passage, it is explained that the artists used visual arts and other forms of expression as a means to become a part of the American society. During the Harlem Renaissance (1918-1930s), African Americans were finally able to get rid of the stereotypes and represent their own culture through arts. Literature, music and works of art that they created helped them eliminate racial prejudices, and made them an equal part of the Western culture.

Answer 2

Answer:

D. “Artists held the belief that through intellect, literature, art, and music, their work could challenge racism and enable African Americans to better integrate into American society as a whole.” (Paragraph 6)

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