I’ve previously shared a quote from Ta-Nehisi Coates and how I’m using it in class (see Good Quote From Ta-Nehisi Coates On Writing & How I’m Using It In Class).

Today, Dan Rothstein shared a short interview with Coates that has just appeared in New York Magazine.

Here’s how it ends:

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I’m going to share the quote with students, along with this writing prompt:

What does Ta-Nehisi Coates say is the most important lesson he has learned? What do you think he means? To what extent do you agree or disagree in the importance of that lesson? To support your position, be sure to include specific examples drawn from your own experience, your observations of others, or any of your readings.

I’m adding it to The Best Posts On Writing Instruction, where you’ll find a collection of writing prompts.