Taleisha Billingsley October 12, 2011 ENG 102 Fences, by August Wilson, is a compelling play which delves deep into the mind of a man, an African American man whose life has given much to regret but so much more to be thankful for. After reading such a work of literary tutelage, I’ve come to the conclusion that it is in fact our life’s difficulties that allow us to celebrate and appreciate the fortunes that are bestowed on us. The story takes place post World War II. Our main character, Troy Maxson, is an uptight city worker who is a proud husband and father. Though considering his treatment of the two, it could be difficult to recognize.
This was not the first time that Douglass had seen or heard the whites talk about the slaves that way, but it forever changed him. From this point on Douglass vowed to continue his education no matter what he had to do, sneaking bread out of the house to give to the poor white boys in exchange for a small bit of knowledge that they could share with him. Next was the challenging task of learning to write, from betting with boys to see who could write better to copying the boy’s homework that he was supposed to be looking after. Douglass made this a mission and was destine to see it through. I believe that it was this determination that allowed him to eventually become a freeman as well.
Assignment 3 English Composition II 22 June 2010 Response #1: “Powder” In “Powder,” Tobias Wolff discusses the relationship between a boy and his father, told through an event that happened as a child. The father is an outgoing type guy who enjoys life, vice the boy who is uncomfortable with most things and too dependent on planning to be happy. In the middle of a split up between his mother and father, he sets out on what becomes an adventure with his father. In an attempt to build a relationship with the boy, his father tends to break the rules and expose him to a more open culture. In every aspect of the story, his father seems to be a caring and loving father who only wants the best for his son.
He offered a lot of help and was willing to make notes on my paper to attempt at helping me make my paper the best it could possibly be. I really appreciate his time and effort and definitely took in to account some of the great and helpful feedback he gave me. Another person I would also like to shortly thank is Professor Miller. She took the time out of her busy schedule to sit down and have a conference with me and go over any questions. It made it easier to figure out exactly what she was looking for in my paper.
Essay 1 Sonny’s Blues setting contributes to the story’s main theme by the idea behind of the love of two brothers extends beyond the relationship between both brothers but also the community as a whole. Harlem is affected greatly by drugs, poverty, and frustration, but members of the community come together to watch over and protect one another to fall into a dangerous pit. In the story the adults spend their Saturday afternoons sharing stories, providing a sense of warmth and protection to the children around them. The narrator, although initially angered by one of Sonny’s old friends, in the end recognizes his connection to the man by showing how he reminds him of Sonny and offers him money. Even Sonny, for all his problems he has with drugs, helps the people around him endure and survive by channeling their frustrated desires into his music The drugs on the streets of Harlem have affected both the narrator and Sonny very deeply.
Malcolm X journey begin in Charlestown Prison. When he decided to write a letter to Mr. Muhammad, Malcolm X then realized that his need to express how he felt was limited, because of his lack of education. While in prison Malcolm X met a man named Bimbi, whom he envied because of his knowledge.
With a crippled hand, Johnny cannot find sufficient work and he allows himself to feel sorrowful. Almost giving up all his hope, Johnny almost commits a crime. Yet, with his new job with the Boston Observer, the Whig newspaper, and his friendship with Rab, the Lornes, and the leaders of the revolution, Johnny takes a more truthful path. Inspired by their generosity and dignity, Johnny finds himself changing from a selfish boy into a dedicated man. On a conscious level, he models himself after his new best friend, Rab, trying to copy Rab’s quiet, meek confidence and mild temperament.
The author found several tips for note taking for read/write that would be beneficial such as rewriting notes into outline form or lists, rereading notes, and organizing lists into multiple choice questions for studying. (VARK a guide to learning styles, n.d.) The author enjoyed taking the VARK assessment and learning about her learning style. As the author is comfortable with her study habits at this time she does not anticipate making changes at this time. However it has made her more aware of how others process information and how
Lauren Daley History 106 Biography Malcolm X The autobiography of Malcolm X depicts his life as a young boy to adulthood. At an early age Malcolm encountered incidents that contributed to the accumulation of his negative views on race. While in jail for burglary, he spends time reading and during this period he starts to build his strong principles and views. Towards the end of his life he becomes familiar with different views. Malcolm X would be indifferent towards the beginning of his life to an African American president, towards the middle of his life strictly opposed and towards the end would be willing to accept.
Danielle McCall Black Urban Family Jermaine Monk October 13, 2010 The Prison of Manhood When one looks at the characterization of the African American male today, what usually comes to mind are images of drunks, gangsters, and absentee fathers. While the easy solution would be to place blame upon the men themselves, an intellectual being would question that which has pushed some Black males to look to alcohol, crime, sex and violence as a means of asserting their manhood. In order to truly see the opposition and degradation with which the Black man has been faced since the inception of this country, one must truly delve beyond the surface and ensconce himself in the plush of truth and objectivity. The Black man has been systematically