Answer to Question #106194 in English for Johnson

Question

In “The Negro Speaks of Rivers,” which four rivers do the speaker mention? (b) What do the historical associations these rivers bring up tell you about people of African ancestry?

Answer 1

In 'The Negro Speaks of Rivers" the writer talks of the four rivers in America, Africa, and the Middle East: The Congo river, the Euphrates, the Mississippi, and the Nile.

The rivers bring up the historical association by charting the journey of African -Americans and Africans while linking this community to the aspect of civilization. The speaker explains about the tale of enslavement and freedom that the people have endured which indicates aspects of strength and wisdom.