Question

the speaker in those lines from langston hughess poem \i, too\ states that he is growing strong eating in the kitchen. which statements best describes the meaning of this declaration? i am the darker brother. they send me to eat in the kitchen when company comes, but i laugh, and eat well, and grow strong. a. although he feels ignored by those at the table, the speaker is preparing to take back his position in society. b. the speaker realizes he does not need those who now sit at the table and therefore focuses on improving himself. c. even though he is being rejected by those at the table, the speaker is confident and resilient to adversity. d. the speaker rejects getting help from those who now sit at the table and realizes that he must fend for himself. e. despite being relegated to the kitchen, the speaker still feels he is treated fairly as he is provided with a position in society.

Explanation:

The speaker is sent to eat in the kitchen when company comes, a form of rejection. However, the speaker laughs, eats well and grows strong. This shows confidence and resilience in the face of adversity. Option A about preparing to take back a position is not directly shown. Option B about not needing others is not the main focus. Option D about rejecting help is not indicated. Option E about feeling fairly - treated is incorrect as being sent to the kitchen is unfair treatment.

Answer:

C. Even though he is being rejected by those at the table, the speaker is confident and resilient to adversity.