Legacies of Courage in African American Photography

Why did African American leaders in the 19th century embrace photography?

• To create artistic expressions of their culture

• To communicate with distant relatives

• To document historical events for future generations

• To counter stereotypes and portray themselves as dignified citizens

What was one of the purposes of Sojourner Truth selling her carte-de-visites?

• To fund her photography hobby

• To raise money for the abolitionist cause

• To become famous

• To document her travels

How did Sojourner Truth use her photos?

• To sell as merchandise at events

• To create a personal album

• To showcase Black women’s leadership in the fight for freedom

• As a form of artistic expression

Who was the most photographed man of the 19th century?

• Abraham Lincoln

• Frederick Douglass

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

What significance did photos of formerly enslaved African Americans like Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass have?

• They were purely for artistic purposes

• They demonstrated Black achievement and potential through freedom

• They served as family keepsakes

• They were used for scientific research

What do many contemporary African American artists integrate in their representations of African American leaders?

• Modern technological advancements

• Abstract art techniques

• Historical, religious, and gender perspectives

• Fantasy and science fiction themes

What legacy do the works of contemporary African American artists preserve?

• The legacy of technological innovation

• The legacy of leaders’ bravery and resistance

• The legacy of colonialism

• The legacy of ancient civilizations

For what cause did Sojourner Truth raise money through her carte-de-visites?

• Healthcare reform

• Educational reform

• The abolitionist cause

• Women's suffrage

What activities did Sojourner Truth engage in besides selling her photos?

• Painting and sculpture

• Writing novels and poetry

• Speaking tours and recruiting Black soldiers to the Union army

• Teaching and lecturing in universities

What did Frederick Douglass achieve through his photographs?

• Significant wealth

• Demonstration of Black achievement and potential

• A career in politics

• A professorship at a university