Evicted Essay Topics & Writing Assignments

Matthew Desmond
This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 115 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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Evicted Essay Topics & Writing Assignments

Matthew Desmond
This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 115 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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Essay Topic 1

Describe Arleen's story that is detailed in the book. What is Arleen's backstory? How did she come to first be evicted? What obstacles did Arleen face in finding suitable housing?

Essay Topic 2

Describe Sherrena and her depiction in Evicted. When did Sherrena get involved in real estate? How did she first obtain her rental properties? How much did Sherrena earn from her units? Did you empathize with Sherrena when reading the book? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Describe Lamar's circumstances in 2008-2009 when the book was written. Where was Lamar living? What led to his disability? Why was Lamar eventually forced from his home?

Essay Topic 4

Discuss ways in which landlords exploit their tenants, as observed in the stories from Evicted. How do "handyman specials" serve the interests of landlords while serving against the interest of tenants? Why do landlords hire tenants to work for...

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