The masthead I believe. He's comparing himself to a part of a ship. He compares his skin to the wood.
Answer:He realizes that learning to read has only pushed him further into the depths of slavery rather than helped him fight for liberty.
Explanation:
Answer:
Simile, Personification
Explanation:
Simile - (whatever the lines are talking about) circling like the clouds
Personification - clouds that swim
