What does Sommers mean by this, that “Life is our dictionary”? In what ways do the other texts by Malcom X and Victor Villanueva support, refute and/or complicate this idea?

What does Sommers mean by this, that “Life is our dictionary”? In what ways do the other texts by Malcom X and Victor Villanueva support, refute and/or complicate this idea?

To answer this question, you’ll need to thoroughly analyze all of your texts and have a solid understanding of the main claims being made by each. Present your answer as an argument, using specific evidence from each text to support your ideas.

As always, be careful not to focus too much on the obvious or surficial similarities/differences between the texts, as such connections typically do not call for substantial analysis. Instead, try to explore the deeper meaning to be found “between the lines” as a means to understand the assumptions(warrants) on which each text is based on.

Your essay should be well-argued and organized. Be sure to state a thesis and consistently support your thesis with relevant textual evidence and thoughtful analysis.

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