Which of the following best describes the legacy of the Harlem Renaissance?
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Correct answer: It established a foundation for later African American literature and the Civil Rights Movement
While it didn't end segregation, it fundamentally changed how African Americans viewed themselves and how they were viewed by the world. The cultural confidence built during this time served as a vital precursor to the later struggles for legal and social justice.
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