What lessons can we learn from the study of plays and poetry that can be applied today to address social and behavioral attitudes? In other words, why are poems and plays important to the community?

Out of the three stories, which one was your favorite and why? (Ask yourself: Did you relate to it? Did it convey emotion? Were you able to picture the setting?)

Provide examples from A Raisin in the Sun, Mending Wall, AND/OR Helping a Poet Shine to support your answer.