https://padlet.com/mgwinsto/DevonHope Bronx Masqurade en-us 2019-03-09 00:55:51 UTC 2026-02-22 02:32:55 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Basketball.png mgwinsto https://padlet.com/mgwinsto/DevonHope/wish/339509360 2019-03-09 00:58:56 UTC https://padlet.com/mgwinsto/DevonHope/wish/339509360 mgwinsto https://padlet.com/mgwinsto/DevonHope/wish/339509417 Devon is at an age where he is trying to discover his true identity. Everyone goes through this stage of finding themselves. The rest of Mr. Ward's class seems to be in this stage of life as well.]]> 2019-03-09 00:59:40 UTC https://padlet.com/mgwinsto/DevonHope/wish/339509417 mgwinsto https://padlet.com/mgwinsto/DevonHope/wish/339509582 The majority of the kids in Mr. Wards class including Devon come from lower income families. This is part of what allows them to together and express their internal issues. He's surrounded by similar circumstances so this is what makes it easier for him to open up to the class]]> 2019-03-09 01:02:02 UTC https://padlet.com/mgwinsto/DevonHope/wish/339509582 mgwinsto https://padlet.com/mgwinsto/DevonHope/wish/339509602 Devon's race contributes to his negative image. Stereotypes of black men and jocks both fall on Devon.]]> 2019-03-09 01:02:17 UTC https://padlet.com/mgwinsto/DevonHope/wish/339509602 mgwinsto https://padlet.com/mgwinsto/DevonHope/wish/339509630 Language is how Devon makes his escape from his previous reputation. He makes it a point of emphasis for people to see him reading different books and poetry. He also proves in Mr. Ward's class that he is a gifted poet.]]> 2019-03-09 01:02:37 UTC https://padlet.com/mgwinsto/DevonHope/wish/339509630 mgwinsto https://padlet.com/mgwinsto/DevonHope/wish/339509666 Devon's physical ability does not hinder him from anything. The only connection to the ability pedal is his talent as an athlete.]]> 2019-03-09 01:03:04 UTC https://padlet.com/mgwinsto/DevonHope/wish/339509666 mgwinsto https://padlet.com/mgwinsto/DevonHope/wish/339509677 Devon's religion is not mentioned nor does the subject of religion effect his character in the book.]]> 2019-03-09 01:03:11 UTC https://padlet.com/mgwinsto/DevonHope/wish/339509677 mgwinsto https://padlet.com/mgwinsto/DevonHope/wish/339509725 He's a tall masculine boy. Devon's gender plays part in his outside image. People around the school categorize him as a dumb jock. This also motivates him to show them there's more value to him than that.]]> 2019-03-09 01:03:59 UTC https://padlet.com/mgwinsto/DevonHope/wish/339509725 mgwinsto https://padlet.com/mgwinsto/DevonHope/wish/339509768 The reader knows that Devon is attracted to Tanisha. He is reluctant to approach her in this manner since she always has guys try to talk to her. Through this issue he finds that Tanisha and him share the same problem of being prejudged. People think she's just good for her looks and in Devon's case everyone believes he's nothing but a basketball player and will only succeed in basketball related things.]]> 2019-03-09 01:04:20 UTC https://padlet.com/mgwinsto/DevonHope/wish/339509768 mgwinsto https://padlet.com/mgwinsto/DevonHope/wish/339512704 Janelle Battle arises as an interest for Devon. She finds not only his appearance but his personality attractive too. They run into each other at the library and she gifts him a book. Janelle is a bit chubby but she does not let that hide the fact that she is very smart, Devon finds inspiration in this.]]> 2019-03-09 01:51:32 UTC https://padlet.com/mgwinsto/DevonHope/wish/339512704 mgwinsto https://padlet.com/mgwinsto/DevonHope/wish/339514235 Devon knows his potential goes beyond the basketball court. He is trying hard to find the courage reveal his true self even if he might not seem cool to his friends anymore. ]]> 2019-03-09 02:12:22 UTC https://padlet.com/mgwinsto/DevonHope/wish/339514235