Chinma Uche - Still I Rise by Maya Angelou

The transcript is a reading of Maya Angelou's poem 'Still I Rise', which emphasizes themes of resilience, defiance, self-confidence, and empowerment. The poem addresses historical oppression and the strength to rise above adversity, conveying a message of hope and legacy for future generations.

What is the main theme introduced in the first section of the poem?

• Resilience and defiance

• Friendship and loyalty

• Love and romance

• Nature and its beauty

In the second section, what does the speaker compare their confidence to?

• A blooming flower

• A flowing river

• A soaring eagle

• Gold mines and oil wells

How does the speaker respond to attempts to belittle them in the second section?

• By rising above with confidence

• By ignoring them

• By feeling defeated

• By seeking revenge

What does the speaker symbolize in the final section of the poem?

• A new beginning in nature

• The end of a journey

• The loss of identity

• The dream and hope of their ancestors

What does the speaker rise from in the final section?

• A joyful history

• A forgotten memory

• A painful past

• A peaceful past