Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry Themes

In this excerpt, the author builds and releases tension through events in the plot. With each new challenge that the characters have to face, a new theme is revealed or suggested. Overall, do you feel that the author’s themes, or messages, are positive or negative? As you prepare for your discussion, use specific parts of the text as well as supporting details to help you form an opinion. Additionally, include any lingering questions you have regarding characters and events. Directions: 1. Dissect the prompt you have on your desk 2. You will need to write a well thought out response that will be supported with evidence from the text. (Point, Evidence, and Explain) Your response should be at least 5-7 sentences.

Pick two possible themes for this excerpt?

• the power of silence

• don't judge a book by it's cover

• change versus tradition

• never give up, no matter what happens

• family is the most important thing

Why did Papa (David Logan) have to return to working on the railroads?

• He was tired of his daughter asking so many questions.

• He liked the food

• The family was low on money because of Mrs. Logan losing her job.

• He boss called him and said he would be fired if he didn't come back by the end of the week.

Which theme is most prominently explored in 'Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry'?

• Racial injustice and inequality

• The power of friendship

• The importance of education

• The struggle for survival

What does the land symbolize in 'Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry'?

• Wealth and prosperity

• Family heritage and independence

• Conflict and war

• Adventure and exploration

How does the author use the character of T.J. to explore themes of loyalty and betrayal?

• By showing T.J.'s unwavering loyalty to his friends

• By depicting T.J.'s betrayal of his family

• By illustrating T.J.'s manipulation by others

• By highlighting T.J.'s commitment to justice

Which literary device is used to emphasize the theme of racial tension in 'Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Irony

• Foreshadowing

In 'Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry', how does the author convey the theme of family unity?

• Through the Logan family's shared struggles

• Through the Logan family's wealth

• Through the Logan family's isolation

• Through the Logan family's education

What role does education play in the themes of 'Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry'?

• It is portrayed as a tool for empowerment and change

• It is depicted as a source of conflict

• It is shown as irrelevant to the characters

• It is used as a means of escape

How does the setting of the novel contribute to its themes?

• The rural setting highlights the theme of isolation

• The historical setting emphasizes racial injustice

• The urban setting underscores the theme of modernity

• The futuristic setting suggests themes of innovation