Analysis Of Black Men And Public Places By Brent Staples
Why did you choose this article? What did you like the most about the article?
I choose this article, because anything regarding discrimination or mistreatment of others catches my attention! I find these readings intriguing, not at the slightest did I lose interest while reading. When Brent Staples, chronicled the events of his life throughout the reading was not only smart but well organized.
2. What is the author’s main claim? How does the author try to convince the reader? What facts and examples are used? Are they effective? Why/why not?
Brent Staples, perception of race,gender and class in the United States. Brent Staples, article stated “As you read, think about why Staples chose the new title, “Black Men and Public Places”. Brent Staples, gives dates with events that affected his life because the shade of his skin. Brent Staples, also uses an example from the late 1970s, becoming petrified when his office manager had security guards manhandle him. The author said “I could only move briskly toward the company of someone who knew me”.
Brent Staples, gives another view on how on Brooklyn late nights women kept their purses close in fear or confrontation with him. I believe these are great explainers to show readers his point of view on the situations around him.
3. Identify 4 writing strategies (click …show more content…
The article “Black Men and Public Places” is not bashing another individual with unpleasant grammar Brent Staples, simply gives his thoughts on past life experiences though they are unjust throughout the reading you will not get offended his writing is respectful for all people. Stated by the author “If I happen to be entering a building behind some people who appear skittish, I may walk by, letting them clear the lobby before I return, so as not to seem to be following them.” This situation could of went many other directions but Brent Staples, took the logical
I choose this article, because anything regarding discrimination or mistreatment of others catches my attention! I find these readings intriguing, not at the slightest did I lose interest while reading. When Brent Staples, chronicled the events of his life throughout the reading was not only smart but well organized.
2. What is the author’s main claim? How does the author try to convince the reader? What facts and examples are used? Are they effective? Why/why not?
Brent Staples, perception of race,gender and class in the United States. Brent Staples, article stated “As you read, think about why Staples chose the new title, “Black Men and Public Places”. Brent Staples, gives dates with events that affected his life because the shade of his skin. Brent Staples, also uses an example from the late 1970s, becoming petrified when his office manager had security guards manhandle him. The author said “I could only move briskly toward the company of someone who knew me”.
Brent Staples, gives another view on how on Brooklyn late nights women kept their purses close in fear or confrontation with him. I believe these are great explainers to show readers his point of view on the situations around him.
3. Identify 4 writing strategies (click …show more content…
The article “Black Men and Public Places” is not bashing another individual with unpleasant grammar Brent Staples, simply gives his thoughts on past life experiences though they are unjust throughout the reading you will not get offended his writing is respectful for all people. Stated by the author “If I happen to be entering a building behind some people who appear skittish, I may walk by, letting them clear the lobby before I return, so as not to seem to be following them.” This situation could of went many other directions but Brent Staples, took the logical