Instructions:Select the correct text in the passage.

Which line in the poem uses metaphor to represent African American slaves?

For a Lady I Know

by Countee Cullen

She even thinks that up in heaven

Her class lies late and snores

While poor black cherubs rise at seven

To do celestial chores.

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Tate Wilkerson

13 June, 06:12

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Damion Wood · Answer 1

While poor black cherubs rise at seven" because it is comparing the slaves to "Black Cherubs" without using like or as.

Instructions:Select the correct text in the passage.Which line in the poem uses metaphor to represent African American slaves?For a Lady I Knowby Countee CullenShe even thinks that up in heavenHer class lies late and snoresWhile poor black cherubs rise at sevenTo do celestial chores.