– Develop an argument on how the author’s personal experiences shapes your understanding of the texts. Incorporate at least three sources in your paper. Think about how the thematic message of the text reflects the author’s life. Think about how Hughes’s life is reflected in the poets most common themes. Consider how the poet’s subject matter and/or style reflects the author’s life.
– How do the texts reflect the poets personal experiences? Cite specific examples in his writings and find instances in his life where this specific occurrence, idea, conflict, etc arose. Did his writing succeed in presenting the opinions he acquired through years of struggle? How so? How has learning about his experiences shaped your understanding of his writing? Elaborate and provide examples with citations.
FOCUS ON THESE 3 POEMS:
“I, Too”
“Harlem”
“Theme for English B”
