Most recent public comments by Amadou Dia https://nowcomment.com/users/134254 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3072643 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3072643 These three sentences are important to this paragraph because they show a pivotal moment in the story. It reveals that the woman, who was unnamed in the passage, was considering taking her own life. The first sentence speaks directly to her state of mind and suggests that her actions were motivated by despair. The second sentence sets the scene and shows us that the woman had been neglecting her fire and that despite her circumstances, she was still thinking about the future of her family. Lastly, the third sentence gives us insight about the woman's thought process and her ultimate decision to not go through with taking her own life; instead, she decided to focus on her family. The background knowledge needed to understand this text is related to the setting. We don't know when or where the passage takes place, but the language used suggests a time period earlier than our own. It is also likely to have taken place in a rural or remote location, as evidenced by the woman's need to gather firewood to heat her home. Life in poverty-stricken rural communities, where the support system was likely limited and resources more scarce, could have been a contributing factor to the woman's preoccupation with taking her own life. Thanks for reading this text. If you feel up for it, please re-read the paragraph and share any new insights that you gain from it. You may see something else within the text that wasn't covered here, and I'd love to hear it! Fri, 26 May 2023 21:34:13 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3072639 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3072639 Quote #1: "Lizzie's own mother had said she was the living image of little Bessie when she was a child.” This quote is important because it provides insight into the similarity between Lizzie, the protagonist, and the child she is looking down upon, suggesting that Lizzie is reflecting on her life and struggles in comparison to the child's much different circumstances. Quote #2: "Delicate and finicky. But when she was sixteen, she had married six foot, red-faced Jiva." This quote is important because it reveals Lizzie's transition from a delicate child with an uncertain future, to a married woman facing a challenging marriage. This transition also serves to establish the context and provides key background information for the reader to understand what follows. Quote #3: "He was always rough, but men seemed all like that. She did not know then that he would..." This quote is important because it conveys the reality of Lizzie's situation; her husband is abusive, but due to the norms of society at the time, Lizzie believes it to be "normal". This quote provides a glimpse into the power dynamics of the time and provides insight into the struggles of female characters in literature. The background knowledge necessary to understand this text involves understanding the societal norms of the time period, particularly in regards to marriage and gender roles. Additionally, it is important to understand the historical context of the story; this could include the social, political, and economic climate of the era, as well as the prejudices that may have been pervasive among the characters. I invite you to re-read the text, and take some time to reflect on the power dynamics between the characters and how this might change the outcome of the story. Consider how this text connects with themes of gender politics, marriage, and societal norms, then feel free to post any further observations or connections that you make in a reply. Fri, 26 May 2023 21:30:09 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3067635 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3067635 Plot Point 1: Baize Shephard goes missing, garnering attention for being an honor student, wannabe rapper, and that some say she liked girls. “Folks made it a big deal because she was an honor student and a wannabe rapper and some folks say she liked girls.” Plot Point 2: Baize Shephard’s rhyme about Trayvon Martin and James Anderson circulates and catches the attention of Barack Obama. “Baize did this rhyme over this Kanye beat about Trayvon Martin and James Anderson called ‘My Hood to Your Hood,’ which got around 18,000 hits. When Obama visited Mississippi after his reelection, he said we needed to treat all our missing children with the same care and vigilance.” Plot Point 3: The protagonist finds their name in a book with no author together with Baize Shephard. “I understood it could have been coincidence that my name and Baize Shephard’s name were in this book with no author, but it still made me feel strange and lightweight afraid to keep reading.” The protagonist is now feeling uneasy, wondering what the connection between them and Baize Shephard could be. Grandma and others have started their own search for Baize, and with the protagonist's connection to her, they could begin looking into the book as well. With the nation's attention on this missing person case, anything could be possible. What do you think might come next in this story, and why? Mon, 15 May 2023 15:11:21 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3067609 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3067609 ” This is a significant plot point because it introduces the main conflict of the story - the disappearance of Baize Shephard. It builds up the suspense as to what could have happened to Baize that caused him to be missing, as well as creating the tension of whether or not his disappearance will be solved. The next plot point is when City finds the patch of blackberry bushes in the woods and starts to remember things: “There was a patch of blackberry bushes off the path where I used to pay, and I remembered being there with Baize before. I could remember him picking the blackberries and tell me to keep watch.” This plot point shows how City's memories, and possibly his guilt, are slowly starting to come back about what happened to Baize. This creates more suspense and tension as it brings us one step closer to discovering what happened to Baize. What might happen next because of these plot points? City will continue his search in the woods, piecing together more memories and evidence to find the truth of what happened to Baize. We will get a better understanding of the circumstances that caused his disappearance. Do you think City is close to finding out what happened to Baize? If so, why? Yes, I think City is on the right track to finding out what happened to Baize. He is starting to remember more and more details about their time in the woods, which indicates he may be close to uncovering the truth. Mon, 15 May 2023 14:24:56 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3067604 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3067604 This showed that Sleepy Eyes had a changed perspective on private schools; before, she had a negative opinion of them, but now that her friend attended one, she had a more positive view. This shift in opinion allowed Sleepy Eyes to better connect with her friend, as they could now share new experiences. Let's look again to what other shifts in values or beliefs the writer might have made, or how their behavior or interactions with others might have been affected by the new perspective. Mon, 15 May 2023 14:12:19 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3064698 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3064698 I agree with you ola the way city talks about lavender he definitly dont like him in that way but sometimes I do question the things city says. Mon, 08 May 2023 15:02:50 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3064696 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3064696 In this chapter Laymon's writing uses commentary as a powerful tool to drive readers to question and dispel prejudices as well as to consider their own biases, ultimately fostering the development of a more just and equal society. Mon, 08 May 2023 14:57:51 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3064689 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3064689 The story offers a deep and complex portrayal of the difficulties in evaluating complex social situations and the ongoing fight for equality and justice, which cannot be attained from a single perspective or with callousness. Mon, 08 May 2023 14:49:14 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/345985?scroll_to=3057363 https://nowcomment.com/documents/345985?scroll_to=3057363 ethnic background difference because you only really see black african americans carrying around hairbrushes Mon, 24 Apr 2023 10:05:52 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/345985?scroll_to=3057352 https://nowcomment.com/documents/345985?scroll_to=3057352 I agree brings a little excitement he is basically reading his own life thru the book Mon, 24 Apr 2023 09:53:54 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/345985?scroll_to=3054387 https://nowcomment.com/documents/345985?scroll_to=3054387 This work emphasizes the ridiculousness of standardized language, the nonsense of cultural assimilation, and the struggle of African Americans for respect. The erroneous sense of superiority and the necessity to adhere to white cultural norms are represented by the character LaVander Peeler. Beatty uses comedy to highlight the ongoing fight for racial justice and equality in America and to encourage more direct and frank discussions about racial issues and structural racism. The political parts of the book are based on its criticism on racism's background and legacy as well as the necessity of group action to overthrow repressive regimes. Tue, 18 Apr 2023 13:56:22 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/345985?scroll_to=3054358 https://nowcomment.com/documents/345985?scroll_to=3054358 City's love for a girl named Shalaya Crump. Shalaya is different from other girls, and City loves her because she makes him feel like it's okay not to know everything. Shalaya talks about the future in a unique way that fascinates City, and he wants to find a way to be special to her and help her change the future. The passage also reveals the cultural references and slang used by City and Shalaya, reflecting their experiences growing up in the American South in the 1980s. Tue, 18 Apr 2023 13:37:00 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/345985?scroll_to=3054355 https://nowcomment.com/documents/345985?scroll_to=3054355 Kiese Laymon uses satire to highlight the ridiculousness of contemporary culture and customs. He utilizes this to highlight the lack of accountability displayed by many black boys in the modern world. For instance, consider how many children acted courageously in the past to influence change. Today, however, they are denigrating the black community and engaging in argumentation while using racial insults. Tue, 18 Apr 2023 13:29:33 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3052808 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3052808 Mon, 17 Apr 2023 10:58:01 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/345985?scroll_to=3052782 https://nowcomment.com/documents/345985?scroll_to=3052782 Mon, 17 Apr 2023 09:58:24 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041757 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041757 I agree seen it on the shade room, its super crazy I wouldn't mind watermelons and fried chicken though Wed, 29 Mar 2023 11:37:05 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041746 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041746 This is funny to me because this is a commonly used word in our generation right now Wed, 29 Mar 2023 11:29:04 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041738 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041738 By what is said in this sentence makes me wonder what city looks like Wed, 29 Mar 2023 11:25:07 -0400