The Treasure of Lemon Brown Flashcards

Conflicts

• External conflicts include Greg struggling with bad math grades, leading to tension with his dad.
• Greg seeks shelter from rain in an abandoned house, where he encounters Lemon Brown.
• Lemon faces threats from street gangs trying to steal his treasure.
• Internal conflicts highlight Lemon Brown's grief over his wife's and son's death, as well as Greg's desire to play basketball despite his academic challenges.

Greg's Dad

• Greg's dad views him as his greatest treasure, prioritizing his education to prevent Greg from facing similar hardships.
• The father's care stems from his own lack of education and aspirations for Greg's future.

Climax

• Lemon Brown gave his son a harmonica and newspaper clips before he went to war, symbolizing love and remembrance.
• The significance of personal treasures is emphasized, suggesting that a child's love is a parent's most valued possession.

Lemon Brown's Background

• Once famous for his singing voice, Lemon lost his talent and livelihood after the death of his family.
• His descent into homelessness reflects the deep impact of loss on a person's life and identity.

Falling Action

• Lemon mistakenly mentions a move to St. Louis while remaining in the abandoned house.
• Greg's realization of being his father's treasure marks his character development from resentment to understanding and appreciation.

Setting

• The story unfolds in Harlem, New York, with an initially dark, stormy atmosphere mirroring Greg's mood.
• The weather serves as a narrative device, influencing Greg's decisions and emotional journey.

Theme

• Central theme explores the concept that every man has a treasure, embodied in the relationship between Greg and his dad.
• Readers learn that perceived unfairness can stem from love and concern.

Figurative Language

• Vivid descriptions, such as "angry swirling clouds," reflect Greg's emotional state.
• Comparisons between Greg's feelings and elements of nature amplify the emotional depth of the narrative.

Blues

• Blues music, characterized by its melancholy and slow tempo, gained popularity in the 1930s and 1940s.
• Notable blues artists include Muddy Waters, Robert Johnson, and B.B. King, with origins traced back to Africa.
• Contemporary connections to blues reflect modern students' feelings about academic pressure.

My Treasures

• Personal treasures encompass family support in sports and academics, emphasizing the importance of encouragement and guidance.
• Acknowledgment of parental influence highlights shared experiences in sports, fostering deeper understanding and connection.