A student researching the Great Migration has taken the following notes:

• The Great Migration occurred between 1910 and 1970 • Approximately 6 million Black Americans moved from the South to Northern cities • Migrants sought to escape Jim Crow laws and find economic opportunities • The migration transformed cities like Chicago, Detroit, and New York • It influenced the Harlem Renaissance and the development of jazz and blues

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The student wants to emphasize the cultural impact of the Great Migration. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?

A

Between 1910 and 1970, approximately 6 million Black Americans moved from the South to Northern cities.

B

The Great Migration transformed Northern cities and fueled cultural movements like the Harlem Renaissance and the growth of jazz and blues.

C

Many Black Americans migrated north to escape Jim Crow laws and pursue better economic opportunities.

D

Cities like Chicago, Detroit, and New York saw significant population changes during the Great Migration.

Correct Answer: B

Choice B. Harlem Renaissance and jazz/blues development show cultural impact.