Does it dry up like a raisin in the sun? Or fester like a sore — And then run? Does it stink like rotten meat? Or crust and sugar over — like a syrupy sweet?
Maybe it just sags like a heavy load.
Langston Hughes
TEST YOURSELF Answer either Question 1 or Question 2.
1. (a) What, in your opinion, is the central message of this poem? Support your answer with reference to the poem.
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(b) Identify two images that you find interesting in this poem. Explain your choices, supporting your answer with reference to the poem.
OR
2. Discuss the language used by the poet throughout this poem. Refer closely to the text in your answer.