"I Too" by Langston Hughes

 Today we read and annotated the poem "I Too" by Langston Hughes. This activity helped me understand the sense of pride African Americans felt amidst them being perceived as inferior in this nation. I liked this activity as the poem enlightens the readers on the negative impact of stereotypes and teaches us to look beyond those misconceptions. Today, I am a little stressed due to my incomplete essay draft for ENGL 1101, which is due this week. 

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