Discussion: Angelou/Gates

Please read the essays by Maya Angelou and Henry Louis Gates, Jr.  that have been assigned for this week, then write a 300-word Discussion post that responds to the following questions:

• What similarities do you see between the two essays?
• Both authors use allusion in their work. How does the use of figurative language enhance our understanding of each of the works? 
• After you have submitted your post, please read the posts your classmates have submitted and respond to at least two of them.