Question

Read the lines from Langston Hughes's poem "Too,
Sing America."
I, too, sing America
I am the darker brother.
With these lines, what did Hughes most likely hope his
poem would do? Check all that apply.
illustrate African American equality
illustrate African American patriotism
maintain African Americans' position and status in the
United States
change African Americans' views of themselves and
their country
encourage African Americans to maintain close ties
to one another

Answer 1

The given lines from the poem illustrate African American equality, which was written by Langston Hughes.

Who is  Langston Hughes?

The full call of Langston Hughes is James Mercer Langston Hughes, who was born on February 1, 1901, and died on May 22, 1967. He was an American poet, novelist, social activist, playwright, and journalist from Joplin, Missouri.

He wrote the poem “I, Too”, in which he describes the condition of black men. This poem is mainly focused on racism. The poet values the lines that are drawn between the black and white peoples in the United States. This poem illustrates African American equality.

Therefore, option A is correct.

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