Molefi Kete Asante - 'We Wear the Mask' by Paul Laurence Dunbar

The video introduces Paul Laurence Dunbar, a prominent African American poet known for his international reputation despite his short life. It then delves into an analysis of his poem 'We Wear the Mask,' exploring themes of identity and the hidden struggles behind a facade.

What is Paul Laurence Dunbar known for in the African American community?

• Being a civil rights leader

• Being a famous musician

• Being a famous actor

• Being a renowned poet

What is the central metaphor used in the poem 'We Wear the Mask'?

• A mask

• A shield

• A mirror

• A wall

What does the mask in Dunbar's poem symbolize?

• Freedom

• Strength

• Deception

• Happiness

What emotion is hidden behind the mask according to the poem?

• Excitement

• Sorrow

• Anger

• Joy

What does the poem suggest about the world's perception of those who wear the mask?

• The world is indifferent

• The world is supportive

• The world is empathetic

• The world is unaware