Causes and Consequences of the Jazz Boom in the Roaring Twenties & Harlem Renaissance

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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This worksheet explores the causes that led to the rise of Jazz during the Roaring Twenties and its consequences, particularly within the Harlem Renaissance. Students will analyze sources, compare perspectives, and explain the significance of Jazz in this transformative period.

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Causes and Consequences of the Jazz Boom in the Roaring Twenties & Harlem Renaissance

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Introduction to Jazz in the 1920s

Source A: A Newspaper Article from 1925

'Jazz music has become the soundtrack of the lively, modern American youth, symbolizing freedom and new cultural identities.' Provenance: The New York Times, 1925.

Source B: A Harlem Renaissance Writer

'Jazz is not merely music; it is a movement that embodies the spirit of a new African-American identity and cultural pride.' Provenance: Langston Hughes, 1926.

1.
Explain how Source A and Source B suggest Jazz influenced American society during the 1920s. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the perspectives of Source A and Source B on the cultural significance of Jazz. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
B

Causes of the Jazz Popularity

Source C: A Government Report from 1924

'The rise of urbanization, technological advancements like radio and records, and the Great Migration contributed to the widespread popularity of Jazz music.' Provenance: U.S. Department of Commerce, 1924.

Source D: A Harlem Resident's Account

'Many young people in Harlem found a voice in Jazz, which expressed their hopes, struggles, and aspirations in a rapidly changing city.' Provenance: Interview with a Harlem resident, 1927.

1.
Outline the main causes that contributed to the rise of Jazz during the 1920s. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Analyse how Source D provides insight into the social impact of Jazz in Harlem. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
C

Consequences of Jazz in the 1920s and Harlem Renaissance

Source E: A Cultural Historian’s View

'Jazz transformed American music, influencing other genres and breaking racial barriers within the arts.' Provenance: Dr. Lisa Carter, 1999.

Source F: A Newspaper Editorial from 1929

'While Jazz has brought new vibrancy to American culture, it also faced criticism for promoting reckless behavior and challenging traditional morals.' Provenance: The Chicago Tribune, 1929.

1.
Explain the positive and negative consequences of Jazz as illustrated by Sources E and F. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the perspectives of Sources E and F on the cultural impact of Jazz. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
D

Overall Impact of Jazz in the 1920s & Harlem Renaissance

Summary: The rise of Jazz during the 1920s and the Harlem Renaissance had profound effects on American culture, breaking racial barriers, fostering new forms of expression, and shaping social identities. However, it also faced criticism and moral concerns, reflecting the complex legacy of this vibrant era.

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Write a brief summary explaining how Jazz contributed to cultural change during this period. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Analyse the long-term effects of Jazz on American society and culture. (6 marks)
[6 marks]

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1/1/2026
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