TED: Please don't take my Air Jordans | Lemon Andersen

TED: Please don't take my Air Jordans | Lemon Andersen

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Social Studies

11th Grade - University

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The transcript follows a young man's struggle with self-image and peer pressure, leading him to commit a violent act to obtain fashionable items. It transitions to a speaker's reflection on his journey in poetry, learning from mentors like Reg E Gaines and Etheridge Knight, and overcoming challenges in the entertainment industry. The narrative highlights themes of materialism, identity, and artistic growth.

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1.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What lesson does the speaker learn from Reg E Gaines about poetry?

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In what ways does the speaker express their experiences in the world of performance?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What does the speaker mean by saying they are a 'suspicious mulatto'?

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