Langston Hughes
Where was Langston Hughes born?
Joplin, Missouri
What was Maya Angelou's real name?
Marguerite Johnson
When and where was Emily Dickinson born
December 10, 1830 in Amherst, Massachusetts
We watched a short film on something that happened in Langston Hughes's life. What was the name of the Short Film?
"Salvation"
Similie
A figure of speech comparing two things using like or as. (Define or give an example)
When was Langston Hughes born?
February 1, 1902
Who gave Maya her nickname?
Maya's brother Bailee
How old was Emily when she started writing?
She was a teenager.
Give us a brief synopsis of "Salvation" by Langston Hughes.
Salvation was a story about Langston when he was younger. He's grandma wanted him to go to church to be "saved."
Resilience
To recover quickly from things that are difficult (Define or use in a sentence)
Langston worked various odd jobs. Name one of them.
Steward on a freighter, bus boy
When Maya was 31, she met someone very important. Who was it?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
What were Emily's siblings names?
Lavinia and Austin (or William)
In the Emily Dickinson video, the vlogger went to Emily's Homestead where she lived. What types of things could you purchase in the gift shop?
Shirts, pictures, recipes, books, etc.
Segregation
Separating people unfairly. (Define or use in a sentence)
Langston Hughes wrote an autobiography of his life up to age 28. What was the name of it?
The Big Sea
Maya wrote an autobiography on the story of her own life. What was it called?
I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings
What was the name of the compilation of Emily's poems that wasn't published until 1955?
The Poems of Emily Dickinson
We learned in the movie that Emily had two other hobbies other than writing. What were they?
Baking and growing plants.
Agoraphobia (Hint: Emily Dickinson)
Fear of crowds, leaving home, or being surrounded by people.
When did Langston Hughes die?
May 22, 1967
Name three character traits Maya possessed.
Brave, courageous, inspiring, hard working, etc.
Describe Emily's personality.
She was a "recluse." She was very introverted and antisocial. She was afraid of crowds and leaving her home.
What is the setting like in the story? Describe Stamps, Arkansas.
A rural country area with lots of racism.
Presidential Medal of Freedom
Award given by the president to someone who has made great contributions all over the world. (Bonus, name 3 ladies who have won a Presidential Medal of Freedom).