Ruth M. Wilson
Directions: You have just read a selection by Juan Manzano entitled
The Coin.
You are to comment on this worksheet your thoughts about this selection.
What do you think of this selection?
Why do you think Juan changed the coins? Do you think the punishment fit the crime? Please explain your answer.
In the space below? Jot down anything you can remember about slavery in the United States that was similar to slavery in the Caribbean.