Question

which phrase from the poem helps the reader understand the meaning of the word frayed?
you were piecing together strips
the edges worn from years of use
the cotton dress you wore in the field
the rich velvet of your sunday dresses

Explanation:

The word "frayed" implies something that has become worn or damaged at the edges due to use over time. The phrase "The edges worn from years of use" best conveys this meaning as it directly relates to edges being worn, which is what frayed suggests.

Answer:

"The edges worn from years of use"