Human Family by Maya Angelou

What is the main theme of Maya Angelou's poem 'Human Family'?

• The differences in human appearances

• The similarities among all humans

• The diversity of cultures

• The uniqueness of individual experiences

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According to the poem, what does the variety of skin tones do?

• Confuse, bemuse, and delight

• Create division among people

• Represent different cultures

• Indicate different personalities

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What does the poet imply by saying 'I've not seen any two who really were the same'?

• All people are unique despite similarities

• Identical twins are exactly the same

• People from different cultures are similar

• Everyone has the same thoughts

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In the poem, what is the poet's observation about mirror twins?

• They have identical features but are different

• They think the same thoughts

• They are exactly alike in every way

• They have different skin tones

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What is repeated at the end of the poem to emphasize the poet's message?

• We are more alike, my friends, than we are unalike

• The variety of our skin tones can confuse

• I've sailed upon the seven seas

• We love and lose in China

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Do you like this poem?

• Yes

• No

• Maybe

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What is your favourite image from this poem?

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Explain why you like or dislike this poem, use quotes from the poem to back up your opinion.

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