Word Choice and Extended Metaphor in a Poem by Maya Angelou
Question 75237 • CA-Common Core English Language Arts 9 A
The caged bird prefers singing to being free.The caged bird fears freedom because he only knows oppression.✔ The caged bird desires freedom, even though he has never experienced it.
Answer
A
The caged bird prefers singing to being free.
B
The caged bird fears freedom because he only knows oppression.
C
The caged bird desires freedom, even though he has never experienced it.