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Poetry of Langston Hughes — Quiz

Question 6 • American Literature and Composition

In what way does the line “sags like a heavy load” in "Harlem" relate to the overall feeling of "The Weary Blues"?

Answer
A
The song lyrics in “The Weary Blues” reflect a “heavy load” for the singer.
B
The audience in “The Weary Blues” is deeply affected, or “loaded,” by the song.
C
The singer in "The Weary Blues" "sags" under the pressure of performing.
D
The speaker of “The Weary Blues” is not impressed by the singer, who “sags.”

Explanation

In “Harlem,” a deferred dream is compared to a heavy load that makes it sag. In “The Weary Blues,” the singer’s lyrics and music express sorrow and weariness, suggesting that he carries an emotional burden. This connects the “heavy load” to the sadness conveyed by the song, not to the audience or the physical act of performing.

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