Chapter 13 Flashcards
What is the Harlem renaissance
A cultural, social, and artistic explosion that took place in Harlem New York spanned the 1920
What was it known as and named after
New negro movement and names after the 1925 anthology by Alain Locke
What was it considered to be
A rebirth of African American arts
How did they characterize the Harlem renaissance
an open racial pride through the idea of the new negro
Who was the new negro
Negro who through intellect and production or literature, art, and music could challenge the racisms and stereotypes of the day to promote progressive or socialist politics and racial and social integration
What would the creation or these arts do
The creation or art and literature would serve to uplift the race
What is an example of the Harlem renaissance
The negro speaks of the river
