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Fires In The Mirror
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Describe the structure of the play. Why do you think Smith decided to break the monologues into various sections? Do you think this format is successful? Why or why not?
Reverend Al Sharpton, Letty Cottin Pogrebin, and Norman Rosenbaum have two monologues, but the rest of the character only have a single monologue. Why do you think Smith gave more space to these voices? Do you agree with this decision? Why or why not?
How is the play reflective of its historical context? Do you believe that the issues—themes, symbols, context—are still relevant today? Why or why not?
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