NEW APPROACHES AND THE FUTURE

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New Approaches and the Future

Post One

Recitatif

The setting of Recitatif was done in Newburgh, New York in the second half of the 21st century. This was an appropriate choice because the text explores the theme of racism which was a very great controversial issue in this city during this time. During the 1960s, a lot of struggles were intensified through the efforts of Civil Rights Movements.  The story revolves around Twaila and Roberto. These were two great friends who despite belonging to different races, established their friendships and maintained until their adulthood (Rayson, A., 2004).

Twaila was not left behind. She was troubled with racial segregation which had been fueling animosity in this place. People had been divided along their races with the whites occupying a superior position to the blacks. Her consciousness provoked her to join in protest against this crisis. He was so sympathetic to the plights of the blacks who were oppressed in this place (Richard, G., 2006). For instance, she condemned her friend for looking down upon blacks. She was particularly angered when she kicked a helpless Maggie and insulted her as bigot.

Post Two

A Soldier

A Soldier is reach in symbolism. Frost uses the term fallen lance in line one when he says, he is that fallen lance that lies as hurled. This is symbolic of a dead hero. It means that a soldier has been killed while executing noble duties for the benefit of the whole community. Even if he lost his life, he must be recognized as a champion because of his courage. Not everyone can engage in a war unless he is courageous. He was like a weapon which was used to liberate people from their enemies. The falling of a weapon means the death of a warrior.

It is symbolic to say that target ever showed or shone. This indicates how war may bring bliss to the community. Although it is a bad experience, it is at times inevitable to engage in battles. Although the persona feels for the dead soldier, he commends his efforts and appeals to others to develop the spirit of patriotism. They should be supported by everyone. If this happens, the target ever showed or.............