What does the term 'Great Migration' refer to in American history?

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The large-scale relocation of African Americans from the Southern states to Northern cities.The movement of African Americans establishing communities in Liberia.The secretive journey of enslaved people escaping via the Underground Railroad.The migration of African Americans moving from Northern regions back to the South.None of the above.

Explanation

The Great Migration refers to the significant movement of African Americans during the early 20th century who left the rural South to settle in urban areas of the North, seeking better economic opportunities and escaping racial discrimination. This distinguishes it from other forms of migration such as the settlement in Liberia or escapes via the Underground Railroad.