This question is based on selected poem from Ker, D. et al (eds.):New Poetry from Africa; Soyinka, W. (ed.):Poems of Black Africa; Senanu, K.E. and Vincent,...
Assessment:JAMB UTME - Literature In English - 2009Subject:Literature In English
This question is based on selected poem from Ker, D. et al (eds.):New Poetry from Africa; Soyinka, W. (ed.):Poems of Black Africa; Senanu, K.E. and Vincent, T. (eds):A selection of African poetry; Umukoro, M. et al (eds.): Exam Focus Literature in English; Eruvbetine, A.E. et al (eds.); Longman Examination Guides; Nwoga, D.I.(ed.); West Africa Verse and Adeoti G.: Naked Soles Thorn in Adeotiu's Naked Soles symbolizes
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In Adeoti's "Naked Soles," the thorn is a symbol of suffering. The poem explores the idea that life is not always easy and that we must endure hardships and pain to survive. The thorn, which represents the struggles and challenges that we face in life, is a reminder of this fact. It is a powerful symbol of the pain that we experience as we walk through life, and it underscores the poem's message that we must be strong and resilient in the face of adversity.