I’m studying for my History class and need an explanation.
Marcus Garvey: The Basics
“Up, Up You Mighty Race and Accomplish What You Will!”
Use your textbook and notes to define and answer the following:
Key Terms: UNIA, The Negro World, self-determination, League of Nations, Universal African Legion, Universal Black Cross Nurses, Black Steamship Line,
- Briefly explain Marcus Garvey and the UNIA?
- When and where was the UNIA founded and where was its headquarters?
- Why did Garvey found the UNIA? Also where was Garvey from originally?
- What was Garvey’s occupation before founding the UNIA and what did he discover when he traveled around the world?
- What book did Garvey read that inspired him to create the UNIA?
- What was TheNegro World and what was its purpose?
- Briefly explain:
- Black Nationalism (also give three examples)
- Pan-Africanism
- Explain Garvey’s concept of the Green, Black and Red flag.
- How large was the UNIA in terms of chapters and membership? (Also, how much money did Garvey raise? What was the purpose of the fundraiser?
- What did the federal government do to Garvey? Why (your opinion)
- Are there any aspects of Marcus Garvey’s philosophy that are relevant to today’s world for African Americans?
