They say the people could fly. Say that long ago in Africa, some of the people knew magic. And they would walk up on the air like climbin up on a gate. And they flew like blackbirds over the fields. Black, shiny wings flappin against the blue up there.

–“The People Could Fly,”
Virginia Hamilton

Visualize the scene created in the passage. Use your own words to describe in detail what you see, hear, and feel.

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As I close my eyes and delve into the scene, I envision a vast African landscape bathed in golden sunlight, the air warm and fragrant with the scent of earth and blooming wildflowers. The sky is a brilliant blue, stretching endlessly above, dotted with wispy white clouds that drift lazily, as if resting in the embrace of a gentle breeze.

Suddenly, I see the people, their dark figures poised against the brilliance of the day, moving with an elegance and grace that stirs something deep within me. They stand on the edge of the fields, muscles taut with anticipation as they prepare to take flight. Their laughter rings out, a melody that mingles with the rustling of leaves and the distant chirping of birds, echoing the joy of freedom.

In an instant, they leap into the air. I can almost feel the rush of wind as they ascend, their bodies lifting gracefully, the earth falling away beneath them. They soar like blackbirds, their arms outstretched, mimicking the wings of creatures that glide effortlessly through the sky. I can almost see the sleek sheen of their skin glimmering in the sunlight, resembling the glossy feathers of the birds they emulate.

I can hear the rhythmic flapping of their wings, a sound akin to whispers in the wind, as they cut through the air, joyously embracing the sky. The exhilaration is palpable, a collective pulse of life and magic that radiates from them and creates an atmosphere thick with possibility.

As they fly, I feel a mix of awe and longing, a wistfulness for a world where such magic exists. The sight of them dancing among the clouds, painting the sky with their laughter and freedom, ignites a spark of imagination and hope deep within me—a reminder of the boundless potential of the human spirit. The warmth of the sun on my skin, the cool caress of the breeze, and the vibrant colors of the landscape all blend together in an unforgettable symphony of life, love, and soaring dreams.

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