Question

Explain how Cassill and Angelou both develop a common theme in their literary works. Be sure to identify the common theme and use evidence from BOTH texts to support your ideas.

Answer 1

• Maya and Cassill are both American writers. They were born at such a time when America was going through a major change regarding justice and inequality among people of different races. These prolific writers heavily wrote about this in their books i.e stories, novels, poetry etc.

• Maya Angelou was born on April 4, 1928, while Ronald Verlin Cassill was born on May 17, 1919.

• Both these eminent personalities have won many awards. Maya is known for her non-fictional work while Ronald was famous for his modern fiction stories.