A Dream Deferred

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What does the phrase 'A Dream Deferred' mean?

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It refers to a dream or aspiration that has been postponed or delayed.

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What is the significance of the question 'Or does it explode?' in the poem?

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It implies that the dream will have a sudden and violent impact.

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What does the poet mean when he says 'Does it dry up/ Like a raisin in the sun?'

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He means does the dream disappear or die?

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What is the effect of the imagery used in the line 'Does it stink like rotten meat?'?

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It implies that the dream has become unpleasant and decayed.

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What happens to a dream that is deferred?

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It can lead to negative consequences, such as frustration or decay.

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What does the simile 'Maybe it just sags / like a heavy load' suggest?

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A postponed dream can become something difficult to carry.

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What literary device is used in the phrase 'like a raisin in the sun'?

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It is a simile, comparing a deferred dream to a raisin.

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How does the poem suggest dreams can be affected by time?

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Dreams can fade, decay, or become burdensome when delayed.

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What does the line 'Does it stink like rotten meat?' convey about unfulfilled dreams?

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It suggests that unfulfilled dreams can become unpleasant and undesirable.

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What is the overall theme of 'A Dream Deferred'?

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The theme explores the consequences of postponing dreams and aspirations.