Journal+1

Journal #1 on 3/5/09 Mr. Bolf, English 363 1. The novel __Black Boy__ is a memoir--a recollection of Richard Wright's past. He starts his memoir with his earliest memory, which is unfortunately about burning his own house down. In your journal, write a mini-memoir. Explain the earliest memory you have. It doesn't have to be dramatic, but do recall the first thing that you can remember. 2. What part of chapter one do you feel was written the most effectively? Explain why. 3. How does Richard's childhood differ from your own? Explain.