Re-read The Forethought (page 3) of The Souls of Black Folk and Chapter 1 up to page 9.
Introduction--The Forethought: 1. Who is the audience that Dubois' directs the forethought? 2. What according to Dubois' is the problem of the Twentieth Century? 3. Do you feel that this problem is still prevalent (around) today? 4. According to Dubois, what is his purpose of the text? 5. How does Dubois structure his book?
Chapter 1: To whom is W.E.B. Dubois' referring when he says "the other world"? Who is the "other world"? 6. What is the question that Dubois' is asked? When did Dubois learn he was a "problem"? How did he learn that he was different from his classmates?
Personal Reaction: While Re-reading, underline three statements that resonate with you. Be prepared to discuss.
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