Asked by alerya jackson on May 20, 2024
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What roles did African Americans get in early Hollywood films of the 1920s and 1930s?
A) entertainer
B) servant
C) antagonist
D) both entertainer and servant
African Americans
A racial or ethnic group in the United States with ancestry from any of the black racial groups of Africa.
Hollywood Films
Movies produced by the major film studios located in the Hollywood district of Los Angeles, known globally for their large-scale production and distribution.
- Gain insight into the historical continuum and transformation of racial and ethnic representation in the media of the United States.
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Mhamad JarrarMay 25, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
In early Hollywood films of the 1920s and 1930s, African Americans were often cast in stereotypical roles, primarily as entertainers (such as musicians and dancers) and servants (including roles as maids, butlers, and porters). These limited roles reflected the racial prejudices and stereotypes of the time.
Learning Objectives
- Gain insight into the historical continuum and transformation of racial and ethnic representation in the media of the United States.
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