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

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millermoldwarp

The correct answer is:  While poor black cherubs rise at seven.  This line makes the comparison between the black cherubs and the slaves, making a distinction of social class but this difference is based on the race or color of the skin. Cherub refers to a type of angel.

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