Question

excerpt from the caged bird. but a caged bird stands on the grave of dreams his shadow shouts on a nightmare scream his wings are clipped and his feet are tied so he opens his throat to sing. multiple choice 1 point what is the figurative meaning of the excerpt? the birds cage has been placed so that it overlooks a cemetery. the birds cage is so small that it cramps his wings and feet. the caged bird has had his hope destroyed. the caged bird is thinking very serious thoughts. it helps the reader understand that the free bird longs for its cage. it helps the reader understand that the free bird is sad and lonely. it helps the reader understand that the free bird is breathing and can exhale.

Explanation:

The caged bird in literature often symbolizes oppression, lack of freedom, and dashed hopes. In this excerpt, the bird's clipped wings and tied feet are metaphors for being restricted and having its potential and hope destroyed.

Answer:

The caged bird has had his hope destroyed.