Question 1

Which artist's two-dimensional silhouetted figures became the signature style of the art of the Harlem Renaissance?

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Aaron Douglas's two-dimensional silhouetted figures became the signature style of the art of the Harlem Renaissance.

Question 2

Frank Lloyd Wright's domestic architectural designs are inspired by

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Frank Lloyd Wright's domestic architectural designs are inspired by nature. He believed in designing structures that harmoniously blend with their surroundings, known as "organic architecture." Wright would incorporate natural elements like light, air, and water into his designs, and often utilized materials found locally to create buildings that appeared naturally rooted in their environments.

Question 3

Who coined the phrase "Jazz Age" to describe 1920s America?

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F. Scott Fitzgerald is credited with coining the phrase "Jazz Age" in his 1922 short story collection titled "Tales of the Jazz Age."

Question 4

Why did Charles Steeler title his painting of the Ford factory Classic Landscape?

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Question 5

The International Style is characterized by

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The International Style, also known as Modernism, is characterized by plain geometries and austere design. It emphasizes the use of modern materials such as steel, glass, and concrete to create functional and efficient buildings. The focus is on simplicity and functionality rather than decoration or ornamentation. The style emerged in the early 20th century and became popular until the 1960s.

Question 6

Double consciousness is an idea most closely associated with the work of

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Double consciousness is a concept coined by W.E.B. Du Bois in his book "The Souls of Black Folk."

Question 7

The town of Gee's Bend,Alabama is particularly known for

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The town of Gee's Bend, Alabama is particularly known for its unique style of quiltmaking, which has been recognized as a form of fine art. The quilts are made using traditional techniques passed down from generations, and often feature bold geometric patterns and bright colors.

Question 8

Why is William Faulkner's The Sound and the Fury considered one of the most daring uses of stream of consciousness in modern fiction?

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Question 9

How did New York's white population supported the Harlem cultural resurgence by

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The white population supported the Harlem cultural resurgence by buying blacks' art and frequenting the clubs. This helped to create a market for the arts and entertainment in Harlem, which in turn helped to revitalize the community. While A, B, and D may have also offered support to the community, there is no evidence that they were significant factors in the cultural resurgence of Harlem.

Question 10

According to the first-person narrator of F.Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby,Jay Gatsby's great tragedy is

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The narrator repeatedly emphasizes Gatsby's earnest belief in the American Dream, which is the idea that anyone can become successful and wealthy through hard work and determination. Gatsby believes that with enough effort, he can win Daisy's love and approval, but ultimately his pursuit of the dream ends in his tragic downfall.

Question 11

Frank Lloyd Wright found the International Style too

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Question 12

Whites were stunned during the 1919 "Red Summer" riots,because blacks

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During the 1919 "Red Summer" riots, whites were stunned because blacks fought back against the violence and aggression directed towards them. This marked a significant shift from the more common responses of fleeing or passive resistance to racial violence.

Question 13

The typical subjects of blues songs are

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While blues songs can touch on a variety of topics, including those listed in B, C, and D, the most common themes are loss of love, poverty, and injustice. These themes reflect the struggles and hardships of the African American experience in the early 20th century, which gave rise to the blues genre.

Question 14

The subjects of William Carlos Williams's are

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William Carlos Williams is known for his focus on the ordinary and commonplace objects of everyday life, often finding beauty within them. His poetry often centers on objects such as plums, wheelbarrows, and even the sound of a passing ambulance.

Question 15

Skyscrapers predominantly symbolize

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Skyscrapers are often associated with corporate power and prestige as they are often built by corporations as their headquarters or offices. The height of a skyscraper symbolizes how important and influential the company is within the business world.

Question 16

New York City's Chrysler Building has giant Art Deco stainless steel eagle gargoyles to

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The giant Art Deco stainless steel eagle gargoyles on the Chrysler Building replicate the Chrysler hood ornament, reflecting the building's association with the automotive industry and its Art Deco design.

Question 17

Bessie Smith distinguished her blues songs by

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Bessie Smith added a chromatic note before a line's last note, known as the "blue note," to give her blues songs a distinct sound.

Question 18

George Gershwin's Porgy and Bess bridged the gap between popular culture and high culture by

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Question 19

"An enormous stage swarming with humanity," was Aaron Douglas's first impression of

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Aaron Douglas was a prominent figure of the Harlem Renaissance and his first impression was of Harlem as an "enormous stage swarming with humanity."

Question 20

Ernest Hemingway's character Nick Adams,a war veteran,goes fishing by himself in northern Michigan to

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The best choice is D because the story explicitly states that Nick Adams went fishing to heal from post-traumatic stress syndrome. The other options are not supported by the text.

Quiz 36: New York, skyscraper Culture, and the Jazz Age: Making It New