Answer:
It means that being an American is a source of pride and that is why people sing with their mouths open, that is, they sing loudly so that everyone can hear how proud they are.
Explanation:
Although you did not show in the question above, the line you present is part of the poem "I Hear America Singing" where we are introduced to the American working class and how they do their jobs happily while helping to build the country they love so much. The poem shows how important these workers are and reinforces how proud they are of their roles, as well as being extremely proud to be American, even going so far as to sing about it "with open mouths," which means that they sing loud enough so that everyone can hear well.
The figurative language used in the excerpt is a simile. It adds to the characterization because it compares <span>the mother as a calm/silent person.
-Hope this helps.</span>
I don't see any underlined words in the sentence. However, I'll just post my answer based on my understanding.
Where there is water ⇒ subordinate clause
There are mosquitoes ⇒ independent clause
Independent clause is a complete sentence. It has a subject, a verb, and expresses a complete thought.
Subordinate clause is a dependent clause that starts with a conjunction. It also has a subject and a verb but it is dependent on the main clause.
1. His collection of paintings ARE valuable and rare.
2. The flight of the stair to the temple IS under repair.
3. The internet PROVIDES a wealth of information for the users.
4. A fleet of antique cars PASS by the road every Sunday morning.
5. This string of pearls COSTS a lot of money.
