Caged Bird - Maya Angelou

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What is the main theme of 'Caged Bird' by Maya Angelou?

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People do not gain self-confidence until they realize that their existence matters.

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What does the word 'trill' most likely mean in the context of the poem?

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A trembling or quivering sound made by a bird or insect.

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What is an example of personification in 'Caged Bird'?

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The trade winds soft through the sighing breeze.

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Which words in the poem provide a negative connotation?

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Clipped, stalks, rage.

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What does the caged bird symbolize in the poem?

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The oppression of the African American community.

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Define 'personification'.

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A literary device where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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What is the significance of the caged bird's 'clipped wings'?

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It symbolizes restriction and loss of freedom.

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Explain the metaphor of the 'caged bird'.

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The caged bird represents individuals or groups who are oppressed and unable to express themselves freely.

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What literary device is used in the phrase 'the caged bird sings'?

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Metaphor, representing hope and resilience despite oppression.

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What does the phrase 'bars of rage' imply about the caged bird's feelings?

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It suggests intense frustration and anger due to confinement.