Question

In 200 words, explain how the use of free verse contributes to the major themes of Langston Hughes's poem "Theme for English B.

Answer 1

Answer:

im not sure!

Explanation:

The speaker writes that at his young age, it is hard to know what is true for "you or me." He believes that the truth is what he hears, feels and sees in Harlem "hear you, hear me we two  you, me, talk on this page." He hears New York. He likes to eat, drink, sleep, be in love, work, read, learn, and "understand life." He likes receiving pipes and records Bessie Smith, Bach or bop as Christmas presents. Just because he is "colored" does not mean he does not like the same things that people of other races like. He wonders if his page will be "colored" because it is his and he is not white.