|
|
Post by Ms. Knarr on Mar 29, 2012 7:52:52 GMT -5
Open your textbook to page 898 and read the following passage.
Remember, you cannot use the given questions in the textbook. You will lose credit if you do!
|
|
|
|
Post by matpolanco on Apr 15, 2012 15:52:49 GMT -5
The Meaning of this story was to show how Richard Wright had a rough life. I think Wright wants to show how abuse, racism and religion can really affect a person through out his or her life. Wright wants to show that life was tough for him and his family. He wants to show us that even though one might go through extreme poverty and hunger and suffering that one can over come.
I liked the story, I feel like there are so many published pieces that share the same message. Although it was extremely detailed and brutal to read I really enjoyed how realistic it was. This story gives a great insight to readers on how life will bring you down.
1. How do you think the abuse that Richard went through created his personality.
2. Describe Richard's Mother. Did she love him? was she a good mother?
3. Explain why Richard turned away from religion so much. What other passions did he have other than religion?
4. How did Richard act toward racism? How did racism affect his life?
|
|
|
|
Post by nickchiarello on Apr 15, 2012 16:52:24 GMT -5
1. I agree with you, Matt, that Wright really had a difficult life. However, above all those terrible things of abuse, racism, and being non-religious, he showed that he persevered through it all and reached his goal of becoming a writer. Even though he was abused in the South, and moved about and had no one to turn to at one point, he still conquered it all. This theme shows to never give up and to always strive for your goal, because no matter what it could happen. He overcame many tough obstacles throughout his life, and was rewarded in the end.
2. I liked this autobiography a lot. It depicts a good message to young teenagers to strive what they love to do. Through thick and thin, their goal will always remain and it is up to us to reach it. I really felt bad for Richard Wright and how he was so lonesome at one point. I am glad that he became a writer which was basically his calling. This was an inspirational autobiography and many people can relate to this.
3. (matts question 1)- I think the abuse in Richards life caused him to become a rebel. As you can see, he burned his house down and was forced to move. He was faced with other factors like his father leaving him, and even turned away from religion. This all shaped him into becoming a rebel and writing was his passion that he could get all his feelings out.
Question - Like the Great Gatsby, would you consider Richard Wright GREAT for all he went through and still achieved his goal by becoming a writer?
|
|
|
|
Post by matpolanco on Apr 15, 2012 21:17:53 GMT -5
It is really great to see a man who can over come such great obstacles in his life and become successful by achieving his dream.
Nick's Q: I would consider him to be great. Richard, against all odds, became a success. Abuse and Racism can be a lot to deal with in life. one dealing with all of that is considered lucky to survive. But what makes Richard great is that he went above expectations.
My Q: Do you think there is a significance to such a simple title?
|
|
