Author Question: What was true about the film The Negro Soldier (1944)? A) It was directed by Frank Capra, a black ... (Read 131 times)

Evvie72 · **on:** Aug 9, 2018

What was true about the film The Negro Soldier (1944)?

A) It was directed by Frank Capra, a black director.
B) It was very unpopular among black audiences.
C) It portrayed blacks in a favorable manner rather than as servants.
D) It was the first film to feature an African-American actor in a significant role.

Question 2

How did black audiences react to Amos 'n' Andy?

A) Black audiences were excited to have black actors accurately portraying black characters.
B) Blacks audiences were hopeful that some black writers would get jobs on the show.
C) Although many elite blacks embraced the portrayal of blacks on the show, they wished it would focus on more positive aspects of black middle-class life.
D) Many urban, educated blacks resented the stereotypical view of blacks presented by the show.