How does the dialogue of lines 9-14 to convey meaning within the poem? a) these lines personify the "new colossus" and reveal the statue's purpose. eliminate b) these lines are meant to frighten anyone who stands at the base of the "new colossus." c) these lines allow the ancient statue to speak words of gratitude toward the "new colossus." d) these lines allow the people who have seen the "new colossus" to speak about the beauty of the statue.

A) These lines personify the "new colossus" and reveal the statue's purpose.

They personify the statue because statues are non-human things but it gives the statue the human ability of speech. In her dialogue, the statue also states her purpose. She calls to other countries asking them for the refugees and people they have turned away. She welcomes any and all immigrants in to America. The other options are simply incorrect because the statue is not meant to frighten anyone, instead it's a symbol of hope and welcoming. Option C is also a poor choice because she is not speaking words of gratitude towards the "new colossus". The lines also do not describe the beauty of the statue, so D is also incorrect.

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