Fences- Questions and Comments

1. Create a thoughtful question for Mr. Pereira that focuses on the issues that are facing Troy Maxson in Fences. The questions could be about the 1957 environment or today's. The questions should revolve around the issues of: racism, segregation, equal opportunity, METCO Program- purpose, goals and yearly evaluation, etc.
2. Create a response to the 60 Minute Video. Did this video change your perspective on: race, individual and environment, segreagation in America? Did Monsta scare you, or change your perception of US cities?

Election Day Blog

Does having an African American President mean the end of Segregation in the US?
Explain your answer with two reasons to support your perspective.

Fences- Segregation and Integrity

First Blog
How did August Wilson demonstrate integrity through action and creation in his lifetime?
Structure- Define or give your perspective on Integrity: What is it?
Relate your definition to August Wilson
Provide two examples that support your definition
Do not use personal pronouns


Second Blog

What are your thoughts on Segregation? 

Since our class conversation  focused on the former practices of Segregation in America, August Wilson's 1957 environment, and how some neighborhoods  today are dominated by one social-economic or ethnic group,  attempt to explain your perceptions of American Segregation  in the 1950s and today.  

Create three paragraphs exploring the following:

What factors, in your mind, promoted the belief and practice of segregation during the 1950s?  

How could the environment of the 1950s effect a Black woman's/ man's  perception of equal opportunity?   

What remains of segregation in America today? How are neighborhoods shaped? Does environment predict the future for individuals?