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QuizMultiple Choice

8.6:Poetry of Langston Hughes

Question 15 • DRHS American Literature and Composition

In what way are the lines of "The Weary Blues" similar to the lyrics of a blues song?

Answer
A
The poem uses repetition to create meaning.
B
The poem uses a standard rhyme scheme.
C
The poem does not use figurative language.
D
The poem does not offer insight into emotions.

Explanation

The lines of “The Weary Blues” repeat phrases and sounds, much like blues lyrics often repeat a line to emphasize an idea or feeling. This repetition helps express the speaker’s weariness and the music’s emotional force. The best answer is “The poem uses repetition to create meaning.”

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