Analysis of Langston Hughes' Poem

What is the 4th line in this poem?

“HARLEM”

Langston Hughes

What happens to a dream deferred?

Does it dry up

like a raisin in the sun?

Or fester like a sore--

And then run?

Does it stink like rotten meat?

Or crust and sugar over--

like a syrupy sweet?

Maybe it just sags

like a heavy load.

Or does it explode?

• Or does it explode?

• Or fester like a sore--

• Does it stink like rotten meat?

• Or fester like a sore--And then run?

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What is the real title of Langston Hughes' famous poem that discusses the concept of a dream deferred?

• A Dream Unfulfilled

• Dream Deferred

• Harlem

• Langston's Lament

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In the poem 'A Dream Deferred', what does the phrase 'Does it dry up like a raisin in the sun?' suggest?

• A dream deferred can wither and lose its vitality over time.

• A dream deferred can become a juicy peach

• A dream deferred can transform into a grape

• A dream deferred can turn into a delicious snack

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What is the central theme of Langston Hughes' poem 'A Dream Deferred'?

• Consequences of delaying dreams

• Exploration of nature

• Celebration of success

• Analysis of historical events

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How does Langston Hughes use imagery in the poem to convey the idea of a dream deferred?

• Langston Hughes uses imagery of rainbows and unicorns to convey the idea of a dream deferred.

• Langston Hughes uses imagery of sunshine and flowers to convey the idea of a dream deferred.

• Langston Hughes uses imagery of laughter and joy to convey the idea of a dream deferred.

• Langston Hughes uses vivid imagery such as 'festering sore,' 'rotten meat,' 'stink,' 'sags,' and 'explodes' to convey the idea of a dream deferred as something that becomes burdensome, decays, and eventually leads to negative consequences.

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What is the tone of the poem 'A Dream Deferred' by Langston Hughes?

• Frustration, anger, and sadness

• Confusion, fear, and surprise

• Hope, determination, and joy

• Happiness, contentment, and excitement

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What literary devices does Langston Hughes employ in the poem to emphasize the consequences of a deferred dream?

• imagery, simile, personification

• hyperbole

• metaphor

• alliteration

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What impact does the repetition of the question 'What happens to a dream deferred?' have on the reader?

• Repeating the question 'What happens to a dream deferred?' makes the reader lose interest in the topic.

• The repetition of the question 'What happens to a dream deferred?' indicates that the author lacks creativity.

• The repetition of the question 'What happens to a dream deferred?' emphasizes the importance and urgency of addressing the issue at hand.

• The repetition of the question 'What happens to a dream deferred?' confuses the reader by providing no clear answer.

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Discuss the significance of the line 'Or does it explode?' in Langston Hughes' poem 'A Dream Deferred'.

• The line 'Or does it implode?' in Langston Hughes' poem 'A Dream Deferred' signifies the potential consequences of fulfilled dreams and aspirations.

• The line 'Or does it vanish?' in Langston Hughes' poem 'A Dream Deferred' signifies the potential consequences of fulfilled dreams and aspirations.

• The line 'Or does it explode?' in Langston Hughes' poem 'A Dream Deferred' signifies the potential consequences of unfulfilled dreams and aspirations.

• The line 'Or does it evaporate?' in Langston Hughes' poem 'A Dream Deferred' signifies the potential consequences of fulfilled dreams and aspirations.

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How does Langston Hughes' poem 'A Dream Deferred' reflect the social issues of his time?

• Langston Hughes' poem 'A Dream Deferred' reflects the social issues of his time by celebrating economic prosperity

• Langston Hughes' poem 'A Dream Deferred' reflects the social issues of his time by exploring the consequences of unfulfilled dreams and aspirations, which were prevalent among African Americans during the Harlem Renaissance.

• Langston Hughes' poem 'A Dream Deferred' reflects the social issues of his time by promoting racial segregation

• Langston Hughes' poem 'A Dream Deferred' reflects the social issues of his time by ignoring cultural diversity

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