Question

read this excerpt from narrative of the life of frederick douglass. the paper became my meat and my drink. my soul was set all on fire. what is the meaning of the figurative language in this passage? reading pro - slavery editorials made douglass furious. learning to read caused douglass real pain. reading what others wrote made douglass feel hungry. reading the words of others who agreed with him inspired douglass.

Explanation:

The figurative language "the paper became my meat and my drink" implies the paper was essential and nourishing, and "My soul was set all on fire" suggests inspiration. It likely means reading words of like - minded people inspired Douglass.

Answer:

Reading the words of others who agreed with him inspired Douglass.