A poem in the 1930-1960's that relates to "How To Kill A Mockingbird"?I have to write a five paragraph paper discussing how the poem relates to one of the following from To Kill a Mockingbird:themes,social,issues,or a character.I am having major problems finding a poem .

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To find a poem from the 1930-1960s that relates to "To Kill a Mockingbird," you can follow these steps:

1. Start by researching prominent poets and works from that time period. Look for poets who address themes or social issues similar to those explored in "To Kill a Mockingbird," such as racial inequality, justice, or moral courage.

2. Once you have a list of poets, search for their poems that may relate to the themes, social issues, or characters in the novel. You can do this by searching for specific poems written by those poets or by exploring their collections or anthologies.

3. Read through the poems you find and analyze their content. Look for connections between the themes, social issues, or characters in "To Kill a Mockingbird" and the ideas expressed in the poem. Consider the tone, imagery, symbolism, and overall message of each poem.

4. Choose a poem that you believe strongly relates to "To Kill a Mockingbird" and supports your chosen topic (themes, social issues, or a character) for your paper. Make sure you can identify specific examples from the poem that support your analysis.

One suggestion for a poem that could potentially relate to "To Kill a Mockingbird" is "We Wear the Mask" by Paul Laurence Dunbar. This poem was written in 1895 but remained popular and influential during the 1930-1960s. It discusses the theme of racial inequality and the challenges faced by African Americans in that time period. You can compare the struggles of the characters in "To Kill a Mockingbird" with the experiences described in the poem.

Remember to thoroughly read and analyze any poem you choose, making connections back to the novel's themes, social issues, or characters. Good luck with your paper!