Asked by Melanie van walstijn on Jun 05, 2024
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Which D.W.Griffith film became the subject of controversy due to its depiction of slavery, prompting boycotts and pressure from the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) ?
A) A Corner in Wheat
B) Intolerance
C) Way Down East
D) The Birth of a Nation
National Association
An organization operating on a national level that represents the interests of its members within a specific profession, industry, or interest area.
Advancement
The process of promoting or moving forward towards a more developed or improved state, often referring to careers, technology, or society.
Colored People
An outdated term historically used in the United States to refer to African Americans, now considered derogatory and replaced by more respectful terms.
- Understand the pivotal role D.W. Griffith's movies played in the early stages of cinematic history.
- Recognize the contributions of directors and their controversial works to the history of filmmaking.
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Zybrea KnightJun 10, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The film that became the subject of controversy due to its depiction of slavery and prompted boycotts and pressure from the NAACP is "The Birth of a Nation" directed by D.W.Griffith.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the pivotal role D.W. Griffith's movies played in the early stages of cinematic history.
- Recognize the contributions of directors and their controversial works to the history of filmmaking.