Author Question: Which of the following statements concerning the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s is not true? A) ... (Read 68 times)

oliviahorn72 · **on:** Jul 4, 2018

Which of the following statements concerning the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s is not true?

A) It witnessed the flowering of black culture, particularly among writers.
B) It depended on white patronage.
C) It had little contact with the black masses.
D) It ended with the onset of the Great Depression, but stands as a monument to African-American cultural creativity.
E) It showcased the talents of Paul Robeson and Chuck Barry.

Question 2

Which of the following is not true about jazz music in the 1920s?

A) It was an innovative, truly American music form that captured the modernist spirit.
B) It spread quickly via live performances, radio and recordings.
C) To increase jazz's popularity, black musicians famously watered down standard tunes for a mass audience.
D) Black musicians preserved authentic jazz and explored its full potential.
E) It was embraced by black and white musicians, who helped popularize jazz.