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July 24, 2011
Black Elk Speaks
As we discussed in class this past year, analyzing literature in an AP course is much more complex than just looking at plot, characterization, theme, etc. Motivations of the author and the specific language being used come into play. So, let's see where you are at in terms of your ability to think about a work beyond the basics. Blog question: What is the inherent problem with Black Elk Speaks?
Well, that one is rather obvious; the problem reoccur's many time in the novel. That is the problem between the tribes on the colonists. The colonists continually attack the tribes and drive them away from their land (supposedly protected by the treaty).
ReplyDeleteThe inherent problem is that un wanted outsider or also known as the colonists were stealing Lakota land. The colonists also slaughtered many buffalo and threatened the Lakota’s way of life. This was their main problem and also losing many important people of the tribe. These seem to be the problems that were continuing because of its popular nature of outsiders wanting more land.
ReplyDeleteThe Inherent problem with Black Elk Speaks is the constant struggle between Lakota Tribe and the Wasichus or Colonists. The Colonists were trying to take over the land that belonged to the people of the Lakota Tribe. Their was constant battle and forced treaties that keeped forcing the Lakota Tribe out of not only their land, but their beliefs and their way of governing themselves. The Colonists try to justify themselves by keeping land aside for the Lakota Tribe, but as the months and years pass this land dwindles to little less each time. The treaties and laws supposedly made to protect these people are ignored or changed to fit the needs of the Colonist. This problem is a main theme throughout the book and it sets the background for Black Elks life and his struggle to use his visions to help his people.
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