Most recent public comments by Kaesy Felix-Crespo https://nowcomment.com/users/133695 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347657?scroll_to=3070443 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347657?scroll_to=3070443 jiva should be jim Mon, 22 May 2023 13:37:56 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347657?scroll_to=3070420 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347657?scroll_to=3070420 The Crisis? Mon, 22 May 2023 13:27:53 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347058?scroll_to=3068197 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347058?scroll_to=3068197 What Reverend Cherry says connects to the real world and the struggles African American people face. He emphasizes that out of all people, Black people know that future isn't guaranteed. It's proven when you see the news and see how a young black boy got killed going to a corner store, or how another police officer killed yet another Black person because they felt "threatened" or "in danger of their life". Tue, 16 May 2023 21:43:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347058?scroll_to=3068174 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347058?scroll_to=3068174 I would like to highlight this line because I believe that it really relates to how people say things for the approval of others. Which I can understand why City hates it because normally people like to do or say good things where others can hear them , not because they mean it. Tue, 16 May 2023 21:34:40 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347058?scroll_to=3066623 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347058?scroll_to=3066623 This passage from the text is reflective of how social conceptions of race and ethnicity can shape and be shaped by media. The author's questioning of Jesus' "whiteness" reveals considerations of race as it relates to Jesus' image and interpretation. This reflects a larger political and social movement which seeks to deconstruct the notion of white supremacy, often specific to figures of historical and religious importance. Cultural figures, such as Jesus, have long been depicted in the media with "white" characteristics, suggesting an understanding of beauty and power that privileges white culture. The author's questioning of Jesus' whiteness can thus be understood as a challenge to prevailing social conceptions of race and ethnicity and the media that frames them. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:32:45 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347058?scroll_to=3064379 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347058?scroll_to=3064379 The author makes sure to include this comment about a white Jesus because for the longest people have questioned its legitimacy. If you think about it and based on the information about where Jesus came from, it doesn't make sense that he would be white. Yet, we know him to be white. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:11 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347058?scroll_to=3064374 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347058?scroll_to=3064374 I feel that a lot of church people make this same comment. They believe that people wait until the last minute to really connect with God because they realize they are about to find out if an afterlife really exists. I agree with the grandma though, you shouldn't wait until your last dying breath to become close to God. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:11 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347058?scroll_to=3064357 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347058?scroll_to=3064357 I also made this realization, City isn't spooked nor ashamed about what his grandma did. He doesn't even make it sound like a big deal, which makes me wonder if he's used to his grandmother doing this. Either way, he doesn't seem bothered. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:11 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347058?scroll_to=3064351 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347058?scroll_to=3064351 In the initial chapters, we can see City saying this phrase a lot. And not just in a way to like introduce himself but to correct those who try to get away with disrespecting him. He lets them know exactly who he is and he doesn't hold back even if internally he's worried about the consequences. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347058?scroll_to=3064345 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347058?scroll_to=3064345 Whether what's happening to SO Sad is karma or just revenge, it shows that you can't expect to go around treating people how So Sad treated City. His intentions were racially motivated and now he's being dehumanized in return. Maybe now he'll learn his lesson. Maybe his grandma found out what he did to City and took matters into her own hands. Maybe City wasn't the only one So Sad did that to. You can only push someone so far. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347058?scroll_to=3063633 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347058?scroll_to=3063633 This sentence portrays a lot of emotion because even though he admitted his grandfather was a drunk, city still felt connected to him as his grandchild. It shows the love you have for your family really doesn't change regardless of the mistakes done before. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347058?scroll_to=3063631 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347058?scroll_to=3063631 When City describes what his grandfather used to do, it represents the traits that were passed on through generations. These traits consist of independence and hard work because it was also mentioned previously, how City's grandmother lives by herself and works like three jobs. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3062172 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3062172 City's response is immature but then again he's a child he's not thinking about it with the same mindset the coach is. He's annoyed because he's seeing this as "another speech from a grown person". Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3062158 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3062158 Characteristics of the lower class brought on by the description of Coach Stroud indicate stereotypes. Stereotypes such as, that the lower class will do about anything to get more money faster. Inevitably, spending it in the wrong places and returning back to their economic state. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3060942 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3060942 The simile! Omg his comments just be too funnyyy Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3060222 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3060222 Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3060139 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3060139 It's funny because since he's older now he probably believed he could get away with it. However, earlier he made it known that his grandma treats him like a child still and well I guess that comes with its consequences, lolll. Tue, 16 May 2023 21:27:12 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3060138 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3060138 My grandparents in Puerto Rico also don't own wifi, she has a house phone and a little outdated cell phone that she never uses and doesn't even try to understand. She just likes it that way and I think older people just really hate how technology has taken over that they refuse to participate in any action of it. Tue, 16 May 2023 21:37:26 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3060137 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3060137 Why would the grandma feel the need to lie to him. Was it because she was ashamed about it and knew it was wrong but also felt like unfortunately that's the way it was? Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3060136 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3060136 I think this identifies some similarities between City and his grandma. This realizations helps us understand his relationship with her and what they have in common. Tue, 16 May 2023 21:22:12 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3060133 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3060133 City is humorously comparing his mother's lips to that of white people and making the assumptions that it's odd that his mom didn't come out as attractive as he thinks his grandma is. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3060065 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3060065 WHATT, LOL. City going into detail about how some people look is just so crazy and I would say unnecessary to specify. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3060063 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3060063 This is too funny because why would he ever make this observation clear, lol. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3060062 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3060062 This a connection I can make to my own grandparents because this is exactly how I feel when I'm with them. It's like you never grew up for them and they still see you as their little baby. It's funny but so heartwarming at the same time because you feel really loved and cared for. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3055857 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3055857 Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3055121 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3055121 What happened, why is LaVander upset all of a sudden when he noticed there weren't just White people at the competition? Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3055086 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3055086 WHAT LOLLL! Why did he give a full, in-depth description of that! That is just crazyyy. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3055083 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3055083 This is a funny situation because they don't get along yet they spend a lot of time together. Also, LaVander must be comfortable enough with City to not think twice about changing in front of him. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3054267 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3054267 I wonder why the book City is reading in book one, which is also book two is written with his name and characteristics but just at a different time. Was the principal writing this book? Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3054265 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3054265 So book two is basically the book City is reading in book one. I find that so intelligent, the author really worked so creatively. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3054225 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3054225 I just realized City's full name is Citoyen and City is just a nickname. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3054215 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3054215 The author introduces the book cover and I wonder why the placement of the three dots is important. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3054017 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3054017 The character I chose is LaVander Peeler. This image best fits the description in this sentence, as it shows how I view him based on the description City gave. LaVander has an irritated face because he is always "fighting" with City. His "spaced out" eyes are also depicted in the image, as well as his haircut. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3054015 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3054015 Throughout the reading of "Long Division" by Kiese Laymon, satire is used to refer to and mock real-life controversies and situations. Each chapter focuses on different aspects of America and has various discussions. Throughout the chapters, most of the satire depictions were made towards race, age, and the school system. One example is in paragraph 58 when City's principal mentions, "It might take you the rest of the year to complete it, but we have plenty of time" (Laymon). This mocks the school's testing system by emphasizing that it would take City a long time to complete because that was the purpose of the test. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051323 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051323 The reference to Kanye West is another example of the use of satire in the book. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051320 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051320 I've noticed that throughout the book the author makes many interesting quotes. They are thrown in, in middle of conversations casually and I wonder why the author decided to include these quotes at those specific lines. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051317 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051317 This is a perfect example of how the author implements imagery in the text to really describe the setting. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051313 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051313 LaVander is constantly making inappropriate remarks and negative comments towards City, which is an example of satire. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3050034 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3050034 First, is LaVander Peeler African American as well? Second, the sad reality and truth is that society, by nature, does assume white people are smarter than African Americans, which clearly time and time again has been proven not only wrong but just ignorant and stupid to claim. Also, LaVander's character has no filter and it's crazy that he be saying all this stuff in 9th grade. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3050023 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3050023 The speaker makes the comment "Being racist is fun." I wonder why the author decided to include this thought in the book. Was it to represent the immaturity and ignorance of adolescents when it comes to race, standards, and stereotypes? Thu, 11 May 2023 15:20:10 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3050018 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3050018 The author quotes some of the messages that were being protested and I believe this detail is part of something deeper. Throughout the first chapter there is much talk about race and how it's portrayed and discussed at his school. While some of the language used is strong, it signifies the reality of young ignorance. 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