The Great Migration moved millions of African Americans from the rural South to urban centers, altering labor markets, politics, culture, and prompting civil rights activism and racial tensions. Which statement best summarizes this impact on northern and midwestern cities?

• A. It moved millions of African Americans from the rural South to urban centers, altering labor markets, politics, culture, and prompting civil rights activism and racial tensions.
• B. It moved thousands of European laborers to southern farms.
• C. It reduced tensions and improved race relations in cities.
• D. It had no significant effect on demographics.

Answer: (A)