Question

what was the harlem renaissance?
a cultural and artistic movement among african americans during the 1920s and 1930s
a religious movement centered in the american south
an international literary group focused on classical poetry
a political revolution during the civil war
question 2
1 pts
which of the following elements was most commonly found in harlem renaissance poetry?
celebration of african american heritage, struggle, and hope for equality
focus on european history and mythology
preference for strict poetic forms and traditional rhyme schemes only
rejection of racial identity in favor of assimilation

Explanation:

For the first question, the Harlem Renaissance was a key cultural and artistic movement by African Americans in the 1920s-1930s, not religious, international classical-focused, or a Civil War political revolution. For the second question, Harlem Renaissance poetry centered on exploring and celebrating African American identity, their struggles, and aspirations for equality, rather than European themes, strict traditional forms, or rejecting racial identity.

Answer:

1. A cultural and artistic movement among African Americans during the 1920s and 1930s
2. Celebration of African American heritage, struggle, and hope for equality