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Baldwin Blog Post Prompt
Jazz music is used as an important metaphor in James Baldwin’s short story “Sonny’s Blues” to analyze themes of identity, community, and artistic expression. Baldwin uses jazz to illustrate the characters’ intricacies and hardships throughout the narrative, especially Sonny, whose existence is closely linked to his music. First, Sonny uses jazz as a means of expressing who he is in a society which often tries to ignore or hide him. Sonny views performing jazz as a means of survival and self-expression rather than just a passion. The narrator notes how Sonny uses music to express his suffering and experiences at a crucial scene in which he performs in a nightclub:…
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Prompt: Blog Post 1
One big idea I see in Edgar Allan Poe’s poem “Ulalume” is how people deal with grief. The speaker is mourning a loved one and thinking about their shared memories, which can bring both sadness and comfort. These memories feel haunting. Leaving the speaker feeling trapped in the past. This poem made me realize that everyone handles the loss of a loved one in their own way, and losing someone can really change how you see life. Many people don’t realize how deeply losing someone can affect your perspective on life.
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Introduction
Hello, my name is Jaqueline Martinez, and I’m majoring in accounting. I am 18 years old and the youngest of four siblings. In my free time, I enjoy playing Roblox, especially with my little cousin. I also like watching TikToks. I attend school three times a week, and on my days off, I help my mom at her job for a bit. I love cats, and although I don’t have one right now, I hope to have one someday. Some of my favorite singers are Harry Styles, Lana Del Rey, Taylor Swift, and Joji.
