Question

Use the poem “America” by Claude McKay to answer the question.

What theme do lines 11–14 support?

(1 point)
Responses

America’s impressive strength will fade over time.
America’s impressive strength will fade over time.

Fighting against injustice and hate is necessary.
Fighting against injustice and hate is necessary.

Being an American means you need to fight injustice.

Answer 1

Lines 11–14 of Claude McKay's poem "America" reflect the theme that fighting against injustice and hate is necessary. The speaker acknowledges the struggles and contradictions present in American society while expressing a deep, complex relationship with the country, highlighting the necessity to confront and resist oppression.