Question

2. What is the theme or universal message of "The Hill We

Answer 1

Answer:

Find the explanation below.

Explanation:

2. The theme of the poem is Unity.

3. We've braved the belly of the beast,

We've learned that quiet isn't always peace,

and the norms and notions

of what just is

isn't always just-ice.

In this part of the poem, Gorman acknowledged the hurdles that citizens of the United States have had to go through. Coming to these realizations will help the nation become better by correcting their previously flawed ideas.

And so we lift our gazes not to what stands between us,

but what stands before us.

In this part, the poet emphasizes Unity. To forge ahead citizens of this great country, though they have different origins, would have to overlook their differences, but rather be united in their goals for the future.

But while democracy can be periodically delayed,

it can never be permanently defeated.

In this truth,

in this faith we trust.

This part indicates the importance of  democracy. Democracy always prevails against tyranny. This is an encouragement for citizens to hold on to the values of true democracy as this would be vital to the progress of their society.

4. Yes. The racial and ethnic differences plaguing the nation are symbolic hills that must be overcome for a better and stronger nation. These hills or obstacles when successfully climbed will help people see the true potentials of others and maximize them despite where they might have originally come from.