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4.1 The Négritude and Negrismo Movements

Group 1

Answer the following questions using complete sentences. Consider the historical context, the goals of both movements, and their critiques of colonialism. You may also reference the provided image as an example of cultural reclamation.

Source 1.1

Les Fétiches by Loïs Mailou Jones, 1938

Question 1a

Short answer

Explain one of the motivations or objectives of the Négritude and Negrismo movements.

Question 1b

Short answer

Describe the historical context in which the Négritude and Negrismo movements emerged.

Question 1c

Short answer

Describe how the painting above can be considered a part of the Négritude or Negrismo movements.

Question 1d

Short answer

Analyze how these two movements manifested in the United States.

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