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Why did Marcus Garvey spearhead the "Back to Africa Movement" ?
Correct answer: B. Because he did not feel African Americans would ever achieve equality in America.
- A. Because in was cheaper to live in Africa.
- B. Because he did not feel African Americans would ever achieve equality in America.
- C. He was asked by African countries to bring African Americans to Africa.
- D. He had to leave the country.
Explanation
Marcus Garvey doubted that African Americans would gain genuine equality within the United States and therefore promoted Black nationalism and repatriation to Africa. The movement was not based on an invitation from African governments or on the cost of living.
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