Question

how did the background of segregation and racism in the south shape the development of harlem renaissance? a migrants expressed their hardships and hopes through new artistic forms. b artists avoided discussing racism in their work. c segregation forced artists to imitate european styles. d racism limited the ability of artists to create lasting contributions.

Explanation:

The Harlem Renaissance was a cultural, social, and artistic explosion among African - Americans in the 1920s. African - American migrants from the segregated and racist South expressed their experiences through new artistic forms like literature, music, and visual arts. Artists did not avoid discussing racism; rather, they often confronted it. There is no evidence that segregation forced artists to imitate European styles, and the Harlem Renaissance artists made significant and lasting contributions despite racism.

Answer:

A. Migrants expressed their hardships and hopes through new artistic forms.