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America by Claude McKay

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  • 1. Multiple Choice
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    What does the speaker mean by “Darkly I gaze into the days ahead”?

    The speaker is uncertain about his future in America and about the future of America.

    The speaker cares about the dark skies in America, and how the storms affect the people.

    The speaker believes he knows nothing about America, and therefore, has no hope.

    The speaker is fearful that the things he sees will damage his eyesight.

  • 2. Multiple Choice
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    1 pt

    Reread the following line from the poem.

    Her vigor flows like tides into my blood, Giving me strength erect against her hate,


    What effect does the simile have on the meaning of the poem?

    It emphasizes the hope he has to persevere through the challenges he faces when America treats him badly because he sees the good in America.

    It highlights how people are often opposed to going through difficult situations because they feel defeated.

    It shows how people are unwilling to change and grow when they are faced with an unfamiliar experience.

    It shows how America is a war zone that takes strength from people and causes them unnecessary stress.

  • 3. Multiple Choice
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    What can the reader infer is the speaker’s relationship with America?

    The speaker and America exist in conflict with each other.

    The speaker has become fully accepted in America.

    The speaker is humbled to be welcomed in America, despite his differences.

    The speaker feels like America is not the best place for him to live and build a life.

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