“The Measure Of A Man” Chapter Two: Departures (1/3)

Study Guide: The Measure of a Man

IV. Chapter Two: Departures

A. General Understanding

1. Taking Notes

As you read the chapter, take notes on Sidney Poitier’s reasons for going to live first in Nassau, then in Miami, and then in New York. Use the chart for this purpose.

REASONS FOR GOING TO LIVE IN:

NASSAU	MIAMI	NEW YORK
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2. Recalling Sidney Poitier’s Key Learning Experiences on Racism and Class

a. “First Tinges of Racism”

Explain in a few sentences how each of the following contributed to Poitier’s growing awareness of racism.

i. Carl
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ii. Dorothy
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iii. White Guy on the Bicycle
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b. “Concept of Class”
Explain in a few sentences how each of the following taught Sidney Poitier something about the concept of class.

i. the pecking order
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ii. food
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iii. clothing
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iv. education
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v. employment
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vi. his brother and friend Yorick
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Study Guide: The Measure of a Man