(fill in the blanks) A theme that runs through the poems in this unit is that a sense of pride is important to a sense of self-worth. This theme connects to Africa's history of colonial rule because [...]. For example, the selection “...” states “...” (page number). However, despite this issue, there is a sense of pride, as shown when [...]. The selection states, “...” (page number). Furthermore, the selection “...” also deals with colonialism when [...]. However, pride prevails when the text states, “...” (page number). Therefore, it is apparent that colonialism had an effect on Afri can literature; ultimately, dignity remains. (fill in the blanks)
