Structure and Narrative: Rosa Parks' Memoir, My Story

Question 1

Question 1

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“her sensible coat”; “the clean flame of her gaze”; “that courtesy”

Question 2

Question 2

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praise Rosa Parks for her grace, humility, and courage

Question 3

What do the poem’s point of view and tone allow the poem to do that would be inappropriate in the memoir?

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praise Rosa Parks for her grace, humility, and courage

Question 4

Which lines are evidence that Rita Dove's poem takes on a reverent tone toward Rosa Parks? Check all that apply.

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“her sensible coat”; “the clean flame of her gaze”; “that courtesy”

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