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Use these essay questions as writing and critical thinking exercises for all levels of writers, and to build their literary analysis skills by requiring textual references throughout the essay.
Scaffolded/Short-Answer Essay Questions
Student Prompt: Write a short (1-3 paragraph) response using one of the below bulleted outlines. Cite details from the play over the course of your response that serve as examples and support.
1. The story addresses racial stereotypes on multiple levels.
2. Recall your own reading experience.
3. Wright’s work shows the influence of psychological realism.
Full Essay Assignments
Student Prompt: Write a structured and well-developed essay. Include a thesis statement, at least three main points supported by text details, and a conclusion.
By Richard Wright
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Big Boy Leaves Home
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Black Boy
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Bright and Morning Star
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Native Son
Native Son
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The Man Who Lived Underground
The Man Who Lived Underground
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The Man Who Was Almost a Man
The Man Who Was Almost a Man
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Uncle Tom's Children
Uncle Tom's Children
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