Langston Hughes first published “Why, you reckon

are all good synonyms of reckon. The title of the story is asking the reader to address the question, “Why?” Prediction 1: Read the first two paragraphs of the story. Then, in a few sentences, write down your version of what you think will happen next in the story, and why. Share your ideas with your classmates and your teacher. ................
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