The imagery in these lines from "Still I Rise" by Maya Angelou supports the interpretation of the themes of confidence and empowerment. The references to "oil wells" and "gold mines" suggest a sense of wealth, self-assuredness, and resilience. The speaker's proud and defiant tone reflects a strong sense of self-worth and triumph over adversity, aligning with these themes.
Still I Rise by Maya Angelou Does my sassiness upset you? Why are you beset with gloom? 'Cause I walk like I've got oil wells Pumping in my living room. . . . Does my haughtiness offend you? Don't you take it awful hard 'Cause I laugh like I've got gold mines Diggin' in my own back yard. "Still I Rise" from AND STILL I RISE: A BOOK OF POEMS by Maya Angelou, copyright © 1978 by Maya Angelou. Used by permission of Random House, an imprint and division of Penguin Random House LLC. All rights reserved. Question Use the lines to answer the question. The imagery in these lines supports an interpretation of what theme? Select the two correct answers. (1 point) Responses difficulty difficulty perseverance perseverance confidence confidence oppression oppression empowerment
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