Hughes referred to Carl Sandburg as "my guiding star." He guided Hughes toward verse and a radically democratic modernist aesthetic. ... (Beverly White, "African American Literature: A Contrast Between North and South" par 29) Clarence's red hair plays an important role in the story. ...

• Word Count: 1559
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School

He expected to see Jesus, be saved, and be correctly guided by his aunt. ... A first-person point of view piece of literature is again aiding the audience in understanding the child's current state of emotions. ...

• Word Count: 1548
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School