I chose this poem because in so little words it says so much. ... His choice of words and rhythm is not what I would expect for such a serious topic. The rhythm of the poem is almost like a nursery rhyme. ... Cullen's selection of words is what I liked most about the poem. ... The young boy who said the racial slur at the poem's speaker may not have even known the impact of his words and actions. ...

• Word Count: 617
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: High School

The frequent use of the words "me" and "you" and several words that rhyme with it emphasizes the message of the stanza: That "you" and "me" (being the speaker and the instructor, and perhaps black American and white Americans as well) are closely connected and cannot be fairly examined without taking the other into account. ...

• Word Count: 971
• Approx Pages: 4

People get involved in this sport for the same reason they jump out of planes or climb mountains. there are no words to describe the feeling of pushing a car to its limits. ... Deep words. Words no person should ever have the say or think about, especially the youth of the import race scene. Yet, words like this may be continually running through your head for the rest of your life if you ever get into the situation where a race goes bad. ... Since there really isn't any rhyme or reason to the races except, make sure your butt is there, and if you"re the one getting pulled over by Mr. ...

• Word Count: 1792
• Approx Pages: 7
• Grade Level: High School

Since the time of slavery, African American women have endured many hardships. This group has suffered such injustices as racial prejudice, social and sexual discrimination. Women are constantly being placed under stereotypical microscopes. Black women have succeeded in the world today despit...

• Word Count: 1267
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: Undergraduate