Langston Hughes "Theme for English B"

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Who is the author of the poem 'Theme for English B'?

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Langston Hughes is the author of the poem.

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Is the speaker in 'Theme for English B' the same as the author?

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No, the speaker is not the author; he is a character in the poem.

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What are some factors that shape the speaker's identity in the poem?

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The speaker's identity is shaped by what he sees, feels, and hears.

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How does the speaker describe his college professor?

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The speaker describes his professor as 'older and white and somewhat more free'.

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What does the speaker enjoy doing in 'Theme for English B'?

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The speaker enjoys eating, sleeping, drinking, and being in love.

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What is the speaker's background in 'Theme for English B'?

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The speaker is an African American college student.

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What theme is explored in 'Theme for English B'?

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The theme of identity and the complexity of personal experience is explored.

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What literary device is prominent in 'Theme for English B'?

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The poem uses comparison and contrast to highlight differences in experience.

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What does the speaker question about his own experiences?

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The speaker questions whether his experiences can be considered universal.

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How does the speaker's race influence his perspective in the poem?

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The speaker's race influences his experiences and how he perceives the world around him.