Asked by Taylor McSwan on Apr 24, 2024

Which of the following is true about the wildly popular show Amos'N Andy?

A) It helped change people's perceptions of African Americans
B) It told the hilarious adventures of the feisty suburban youngster.
C) It introduced Americans to a typical immigrant urban working-class life.
D) It perpetuated and nationalized old stereotypes about African-Americans.

Amos'N Andy

A radio and television sitcom featuring African American characters, which aired in the early to mid-20th century.

African-Americans

A racial or ethnic group in the United States with ancestry from any of the black racial groups of Africa.

Stereotypes

Over-generalized beliefs about a particular category of people that can lead to misconceptions and prejudicial attitudes.

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