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Characters:
· Ms. Jones- About 5’4, quiet and subtle with a lot going on in her mind. Focuses rarely do the mixture of thoughts and emotions in her mind. She possesses eyes that are like a sea of coal but when set on you penetrate to the deepest point.
Sam- independent women who feels strongly on certain topics and is not afraid to speak her mind. Though she is the daughter of Ms. Jones she possesses her own qualities such as her ability to never be outspoken. Short, pretty and knowing.
Hassan- Quiet being who rarely ever shows his emotions. Has a constant fear of show others he has weak points. Short, dark, but controlling. Possesses and angry side bigger than he himself.
New New- Young pretty girl who is not afraid to express herself no matter how horrible. She is the twin to her brother Dre but never admits it. Not the brightest of people but definitely the most interesting.
Dre- Twin of New New but her complete opposite. Considered the baby boy genius. Loves school and would choose a book over television. Very open with feelings but stubborn all the more.
Rica- Smart, intelligent, cute teenager who seems to have the worlds issues on her shoulder. Outspoken but never afraid to tell how she feels. Often speaks her mind when it is best to just let some things go.

Stage Directions:
A cold kitchen with a lot going on. Sam multi-tasking with her computer and her phone. Hassan indulged in the television along with New New. Dre reading a book at the Dinner table while Rica sits next to him studying. Ms. Jones eating alone in a corner with the phone glued to her ear intent with her conversation. All lights on so it seems bright with the television’s constant glow providing a little extra. One formal dining table, a small table and 6 chairs. Yellow kitchen walls with a white stove, refrigerator, microwave, and toaster oven. Sliding door next to exit to get outside. Yellow curtains with many fruit components.


Dialogue;
Ms.Jones-(phone rings and she answers) Hello……….yes……….okay…...I’ll talk with him.
Rica- Uh-Oh who is it this time. (waiting intently to see if she is in trouble0
Ms. Jones- What is the point in doing your homework and never turning it in?
Dre- (looking puzzled while everyone stares at him) I don’t know sometimes I forget.
Hassan- Well in my school homework is not graded so I don’t usually do it or think I should have to.
Rica- Well you should(sarcasm) but I do agree I don’t think it should be done.
Sam- Well even if it is not required it should be done because it is extra practice and can make or break what you learn. Education is more important than you make it out to be. It is everything so from now on you do all homework. Did you understand( not waiting for and answer)…Well I know you do so do it.
Hassan- Okay but it is still kind of dumb.
New New- I turn mine in ( knowing she never really did the assignment but copied.)
Dre- Yes mam
Ms. Jones- If you grew up in a third world country you would appreciate it more. (End of conversation.)