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Which is the best example of a popular theme found in the art and literature of the Harlem Renaissance?

A
perseverance
B
success
C
revolution
D
fairness
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Which excerpt from Langston Hughes's poem "Madam and the Rent Man" best demonstrates the speaker's determination?

A
I said, WhatCan I do for you?
B
The sink is broke, The water don't run,
C
If it's money you wantYou're out of luck.
D
I said, Neither am I. So we agrees!
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Read the following excerpt from "Madam and the Rent Man" by Langston Hughes.I said, Listen, Before I'd payI'd go to Hades And rot away!

A
is planning a trip to escape her problems.
B
does not have the money to pay the rent.
C
plans to pay the rent man as soon as possible.
D
would rather do anything than pay the rent.
4

Which line from the poem "Madam and the Rent Man" is the best example of slang?

A
You ain't done a thing
B
Back window's cracked
C
It's not up to me
D
I said, Neither am I
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If used in a poem, which phrase has a gloomy effect on the reader?

A
peaceful scene
B
many opportunities
C
cheering crowd
D
dreary day
6

Read the following excerpt from "Madam and the Rent Man" by Langston Hughes.The sink is broke, The water don't run, And you ain't done a thingYou promised to've done.

A
struggle between Madam and the rent man.
B
frustration Madam feels about her situation.
C
language of the times in which it was written.
D
way the poet spoke in real life.
7

Which lines from "Madam and the Rent Man" by Langston Hughes best reflect the bold attitude working-class people were developing after the Harlem Renaissance?

A
The rent man knocked. He said, How-do?
B
Before I'd payI'd go to HadesAnd rot away!
C
Back window's cracked,Kitchen floor squeaks,There's a rat in the cellar,
D
He said, Madam,It's not up to me.
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If used in a poem, which sentence best suggests a joyful attitude?

A
You better lock all of the doors before going to sleep.
B
It is hard to say goodbye to my dear, old friend.
C
The rolling of the gentle waves is very peaceful.
D
The beginning of summer is always a such a thrill.
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Read the excerpt from "Madam and the Rent Man" by Langston Hughes.The sink is broke, The water don't run, And you ain't done a thingYou promised to've done.

A
broke
B
don't run
C
ain't done
D
promised
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Read the excerpt from "Madam and the Rent Man" by Langston Hughes.I said, Listen, Before I'd payI'd go to Hades And rot away!

A
sadness
B
indecision
C
humor
D
anger

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