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The Harlem Renaissance is the term applied to the movement of African Americans from the Southern to the Northern cities during the 1920s and 1930s. the time period coincided with black migration to the northern cities to look for employment opportunities that became available after World War I.

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The Harlem Renaissance happened to help the people that were mostly African American that had a talent that they couldn't use because of racial issues in America or in the South.

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B. Cities throughout the South copied the events taking place in Harlem. C. Harlem became the wealthiest neighborhood in New York City. D. Jazz venues, such as the Cotton Club, welcomed an integrated audience. its c

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