Which statement explains why the image of rivers in "the negro speaks of rivers" is effective?
a.
the rivers were dredged out by african americans.
b.
the rivers are associated with the individual's voice in the poem.
c.
the enduring nature of the rivers is linked to the survival of the speaker's people.
d.
the names of rivers show that the speaker is intelligent and educated.

Which statement best describes the use of the underlined word in the excerpts? in excerpt 1, it refers to personal growth, while in excerpt 2, it suggests the physical act of moving. in excerpt 1, it refers to personal growth, while in excerpt 2, it suggests scientific discoveries. in excerpt 1, it refers to societal advancement, while in excerpt 2, it suggests the gradual march of time. in excerpt 1, it refers to societal advancement, while in excerpt 2, it suggests steps toward a particular goal.