Question

Universal appeal of the poem "I know why the caged bird Sings"

Answer 1

Answer:

The Universal Appeal of the poem, "I know why the caged bird sings", is hidden in its theme, which is its unique selling point.

The theme is that it talks about racial discrimination. They talk about the Blacks and the Whites. Angelou uses the symbol of the white bird to represent the dominating white class and a term "caged birds" for the oppressed people belonging to the black race.

This comparison showcases history, reality and much more which makes it appealing to the readers.  

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

• "I know why the caged birds sings" is a heart wrenching poem to depict the treachery of slavery that black people and how they had suffered.
• The poem is written by Maya Angelou.
• She aptly depicts the pain of the slaves.
• She uses white bird to designate the white people or the dominating class and the black birds as the slaves.
• It shows how racial discrimination existed in the olden days and how badly it affected the people and the society.