Question

Which phrase is repeated in the poem to express Diop’s deep connection to Africa?

• A. My homeland, my homeland
• B. Africa, my heart
• C. "Africa, my Africa"
• D. Land of my fathers

Answer 1

Answer:

C. "Africa, my Africa"

• In the poem Africa, the phrase "Africa, my Africa" is repeated to emphasize Diop’s deep, personal connection to the continent.

• This repetition expresses his profound emotional bond with Africa and his pride in its heritage, while also highlighting his recognition of the continent's suffering under colonial rule.

• It serves as an assertion of African identity and pride, and a call for liberation and empowerment.