Cricket Muse answers “I am wondering about the scene with the...”

Melissa asked this question about Call It Courage:

I am wondering about the scene with the cannibals on the island, who are called "savage" and "black." Do you think this part is racist?

Cricket Muse It might be better to discuss the language so students can decide for themselves, otherwise we will start pulling apart books such as To Kill a Mockin…moreIt might be better to discuss the language so students can decide for themselves, otherwise we will start pulling apart books such as To Kill a Mockingbird for its language and situational drama that is reflective of the time period. (less)

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