Harlem by Langston Hughes

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What is a deferred dream?

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A dream that is postponed or delayed.

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What simile suggests that deferred dreams can become oppressive?

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"Sags like a heavy load."

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What metaphor in 'Dream Deferred' compares a deferred dream to?

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A bomb.

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What is the main theme of the poem 'Harlem' by Langston Hughes?

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Deferred dreams and their consequences.

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What alternative title is sometimes used for the poem 'Harlem'?

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A Dream Deferred.

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What does the phrase 'Raisin in the sun' symbolize in the context of deferred dreams?

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The potential of dreams that have not been realized.

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How does Langston Hughes use imagery in 'Harlem'?

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He uses vivid images to convey the emotional weight of unfulfilled dreams.

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What is the significance of the title 'Harlem'?

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It represents the cultural and social context of African American experiences.

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What literary device is primarily used in 'Harlem' to express the consequences of deferred dreams?

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Metaphor.

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What does the metaphor 'Fester like a sore' imply about deferred dreams?

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It suggests that unfulfilled dreams can cause pain and suffering.