Freedom Cheteni - 'Theme for English B' by Langston Hughes

The transcript is a reflection on identity and race through the lens of a college assignment. The speaker, a young African American student, shares his personal background and experiences in Harlem. He explores themes of identity, common human interests, and the complex relationship between races in America. The narrative highlights the interconnectedness of people despite racial differences, emphasizing mutual learning and understanding.

What task does the instructor assign to the students?

• Write a poem about Harlem

• Write a page that reflects their true self

• Create a painting of New York

• Prepare a speech about their hometown

Where does the narrator go after leaving the college on the Hill?

• To a park near Saint Nicholas

• To a café on 8th Avenue

• To the Harlem Branch of the YMCA

• To a library in Harlem

What does the narrator express about his preferences?

• They are influenced by his instructor

• They are different from his peers

• They are unique to his race

• They are similar to those of other races

How does the narrator describe the relationship between himself and his instructor?

• They have nothing in common

• They are identical in every way

• They are completely separate

• They are part of each other despite differences

What does the narrator suggest about learning from each other?

• Learning is not possible due to racial differences

• Both the student and instructor learn from each other

• Learning is a one-way process

• Only the instructor learns from the student