What does the figurative language in lines 2-7 of “Mother to Son” help the reader understand about life?

a It is similar for all people.

b The speaker has overcome obstacles.

c It is an adventure.

d at has been difficult.

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b The speaker has overcome obstacles.
Which statement best expresses the theme of “Mother to Son”?

a Although life can be difficult, you have to keep going.

b Sometimes life treats some people more kindly.

c The mother in the poems has had a hard life.

d Life will treat you like you treat it.
a Although life can be difficult, you have to keep going.
The poem To James compares life to a

a Stairway

b Race

c Track

d Victory
b Race
The short lines in the poem “To James” is an example of which poetic element?

a Compression

b Emotion

c Figurative Language

d Meaning
a Compression
What does the figurative language in lines 2-7 of “Mother to Son” help the reader understand about life?

a It is similar for all people.

b The speaker has overcome obstacles.

c It is an adventure.

d at has been difficult

you got this one wrong
My apologies for the incorrect response. The correct answer is:

d It has been difficult.