Answer: The word 'masquerade' in the poem is referred to 'pretending.'
Explanation:
The given poem is the title "Jabari Unmasked" written by Nikki Grimes during the Harlem Renaissance. The poem speaks about the issues that African Americans faced because of their color. The speaker in the poem talks about hiding his identity from the world. The speaker brings to light how people of different color are prone to hide their true self, true identity with the fear of negative comments from the society.
The poet has used the word 'masquerade' in the poem which means 'to pretend to be someone else.' The speaker in the poem is trying to say that though they hide their true identity because of their color they don't like to pretend to be someone else. They hate to hide their true self and true identity.
In a paragraph, discuss how the character trait of determination in Jerry in "Through the Tunnel" advances the plot of the short story.
Answer:
i think that was amazing i think thats a love poem and if its not i think it should be !!
Explanation:
1-i will go to school.
2-we will work very hard.
3-they will be happy.
4-it will be alright.
5-you will come with me.
6-they will surprise me.
7-we will be happy.
8-i will play soccer.
9-it will be fun.
10-he will smile.
