... mathematics, science, and English, for the purpose of producing successful citizens in our country" (Mahiri 336). Given that English is a major subject that must be mastered, Ebonics would only be a hindrance for students. School students who learn Ebonics in the classroom are forced to make an unnecessary distinction between proper and improper word usage. This decision to use Black English will ... ...

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... similar backgrounds, a major difference between the two groups is race. The Brothers are predominantly black, while the Hallway Hangers are mostly white. The Brothers do not view their race as a hindrance and keep their aspirations quite high. However, the stereotype of blacks greatly influenced the Brothers" job hiring, and consequently made it harder for them to obtain work. Meanwhile, the Hallway ... ...

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• Grade Level: High School