Walter Dean Myers: Life and Literature

The video explores an excerpt from Walter Dean Myers' memoir 'Bad Boy', focusing on his childhood in Harlem during the 1940s and 1950s. It discusses the cultural context of segregation, the importance of sports in the black community, and Walter's passion for reading despite social challenges. The video also touches on gender roles and Walter's secret enjoyment of dance.

What is the genre of 'Bad Boy' by Walter Dean Myers?

• Historical Fiction

• Fantasy

• Memoir

• Science Fiction

Where did Walter Dean Myers grow up?

• Harlem

• Queens

• Bronx

• Brooklyn

What was a significant cultural aspect of the black community during Myers' childhood?

• Art

• Literature

• Athletics

• Music

Why did Myers give up following the New York Rangers?

• He preferred basketball.

• The team moved to another city.

• He found out hockey was played on ice.

• He lost interest in hockey.

What did Myers use to hide his books?

• A brown paper bag

• A backpack

• A plastic bag

• A suitcase

What did Myers feel about reading in his community?

• It was a secret vice

• It was encouraged

• It was a common hobby

• It was a school requirement

How did Myers feel about books?

• They were only for girls

• They were a waste of time

• They filled the spaces in his life

• They were boring

What was the challenge given by L'oreal Henry in the gym?

• To play a basketball game

• To do stretching exercises

• To read a poem

• To sing a song

What did Myers have to pretend about during the gym incident?

• That he was a good singer

• That he was good at stretching

• That he didn't like dancing

• That he liked basketball