As you have seen, artistic products are often the result of the culture and what is happening, or what is changing in society.
a. The reading discusses the Harlem Renaissance, jazz, and blues music. What do you think that this movement was meant to communicate? Do you think it was effective in its purposes?
b. Select one example from the reading to analyze. It may be a piece of music, a poem, or a work of art. Explain this item in relation to the purpose of the Harlem Renaissance to build your evaluation. Does the work still resonate or have an impact on the people of our time?