In this video [1:59] from American Masters, Maya Angelou: And Still I Rise, learn about the lasting impact of "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" and why it's such an important piece of American literature. Students answer discussion questions, analyze text from "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" and write a short essay to gain a deeper understanding of Angelou's work and why it's so impactful.