This story vividly captures the sentiments that were widespread during the 1960s, a decade marked by significant social transformations. Could such a story unfold in the present day? Elaborate on your reasoning.

Compare Sylvia and Sugar. In what ways are they similar? How do they differ? Which child seems most impacted by the day's events? Explain your perspective.

Conduct research to explore the Black Power movement further. Do you believe Miss Moore aligns with the principles of this movement? Justify your answer.

Reflect on contemporary society and its inherent inequalities. Which groups do you think experience economic disparities? Which groups face social inequalities?

Miss Moore suggests one solution to the economic injustices of the 1960s: that the impoverished should demand their fair share. Do you believe her solution would be effective? What other solutions might have aided the poor?

For the children in "The Lesson," F.A.O. Schwarz serves as a stark symbol of capitalism's shortcomings. Can you think of other symbols that might represent both the failures and achievements of the capitalist system?

Sylvia briefly depicts the physical environment she inhabits. Conduct research to learn more about life in the ghettos of northern cities during the 1960s. Write a few paragraphs detailing your findings.