A. Hughes uses a universal speaker for an exploration of a profound racial divide between blacks and whites.
B. The poem is an analytical exploration of racial differences in the United States.
C. Similar to Hart Crane and Whitman, Hughes uses a personal and universal “I” to address issues of history, race, and identity.
D. The poem is an indictment of racial prejudice in Harlem.
Correct Answer: Similar to Hart Crane and Whitman, Hughes uses a personal and universal “I” to address issues of history, race, and identity. ✔
Last Updated: August 21, 2020