How do the images in the poem contribute to the overall theme? Cite at least two

pieces of specific evidence from the text in your response.

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PART A: In the final line, what does the phrase "Singing with open mouths" suggest

about what it means to be American?

• that they are diverse, open-minded, tolerant people

• that they want to be heard

• that they are generous and benevolent people

• that they are bold and proud people

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PART B: Which phrase provides the best support for the answer to Part A?​​

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• "Blithe and Strong"
• "Varied Carols"
• "What belongs to him her and none else"
• "delicious singing of the mother"

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The structure of this poem is called ____ verse.

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Why is it significant that Walt Whitman discusses the mechanic, carpenter, mason,

and boatman? What is his point?

• The 1% rule the nation

• The working class is the backbone of America.

• Men are hard workers.

• America is about fixing stuff.

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