Remember" by Langston Hughes

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What is the main message of the poem 'Remember' by Paul Laurence Dunbar?

To seek revenge against those who have wronged you
To remember the days of slavery and oppression (correct)
To forget the past and move on
To focus on the present and not dwell on the past

What is the main message of the poem?

White people are inherently evil
Africa is the only true homeland
Remembering the days of slavery is important (correct)
All towns in Carolina and Maine are oppressive

What is the main message of the text?

Looking down upon towns can reveal the truth
The white power is unscrupulous (correct)
African towns are particularly affected by white power
Remembering the days of slavery is important

What does the speaker mean by 'the white hand' and 'the thieving hand'?

White people have historically stolen from and oppressed people of color (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the speaker mean by 'the hungry wretched thing you are today'?

The speaker is criticizing the lack of education and opportunities for Black people (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of looking down upon a town in the text?

It highlights the power dynamics at play (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the 'white hand' and 'white face' in the poem?

The white hand and face symbolize the power and control that white people hold over Black people (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of white power on black people according to the text?

It makes them hungry and wretched (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the line 'Where you are yet a slave' in the poem 'Remember' by Paul Laurence Dunbar?

The speaker is acknowledging the ongoing legacy of slavery and systemic racism (D) Signup and view all the answers

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Test your knowledge on African American history with this quiz inspired by the powerful poem "Remember" by Langston Hughes. Explore the themes of slavery, oppression, and resistance in this thought-provoking quiz. Can you identify the historical context and significance behind each line of the poem? Challenge yourself and see how much you know about this important chapter of American history.