I would say the answer is anger. Notice how he mention Hades, which is the Greek God of the Underworld. Langston Hughes is basically saying he'd rather die than pay, which is seen as anger. I hope this helps!
To inform. The author with this line is presenting the information to allow the reader to better understand the author's perspective or point of view. The quote does not include language to persuade, change the reader's mind, nor is the author instructing, or telling someone how to do something. If another option is needed, the second best answer would be to entertain, as this biographical work is meant to inform and like most literature is also meant to entertain, but the more important element is to inform and give perspective.
They would probably have more modern types of slang, and instead of ink, might've used a printer. I don't know if you mean "different" physically or what's on the paper. I hope this helps. Please let me know if there is any feedback you would like to give me.
19. lost and confused
20. protective of
21. "I have a feeling it'll be Africa again before then"
