Question

today, this year
not ever
through compromise and fear.

i have as much right
as the other fellow has
to stand
on my two feet
and own the land.

i tire so of hearing people say,
let things take their course.
tomorrow is another day,
i do not need my freedom when im dead.
i cannot live on tomorrows bread.

freedom
is a strong seed
planted
in a great need.

i live here, too.
i want freedom
just as you.

identify the poetic device used:
a. simile (go to #3)
b. metaphor (go to #13)
c. juxtaposition (go to #12)
d. imagery (go to #4)

Explanation:

To identify the poetic device, we analyze the line "Freedom is a strong seed". A metaphor directly compares two unlike things by stating one is the other (here, freedom is compared to a seed without using "like" or "as"). A simile uses "like" or "as", juxtaposition contrasts elements, and imagery appeals to senses. This line uses metaphor.

Answer:

b. Metaphor (Go to #13)