64 pages • 2 hours read
Michael HarriotBlack AF History: The Un-Whitewashed Story of America
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2023A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Essay Topics
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What aspect of Black American history came as the biggest surprise to you? How does Harriot’s account differ from what you learned at school?
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Harriot utilizes characters as part of his humorous tone. What do characters like Racist Baby and Uncle Rob bring to the narrative? Who or what are they supposed to represent?
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Harriot gives activities to the reader, such as trying to convince enslaved people not to run away or to create a post-racial America. Which activity intrigued you the most? Why? Would you ever try to engage in the activity?
