24 pages • 48 minutes read
Langston HughesSlave on the Block
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1933A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Essay Topics
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The first three paragraphs present how the Carraways see Black art, culture, and behavior. How does Hughes characterize the Carraways? What aspects of their beliefs may explain why they lack any close Black friends?
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Describe Luther’s evolution as a character. What event(s) spur his change?
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