Have You Read "And Still I Rise"?

Maya Angelou is the correct answer because she was a renowned human rights activist and writer. In 1978, she wrote a book, which is not mentioned in the question, but it can be inferred that she is the author based on her reputation and the fact that the other options are not known for their literary works.

The author wants to convey the message of rising above challenges and discouragements. The poems emphasize the importance of staying true to oneself, showing resilience in the face of enemies, and responding to negativity with kindness. This suggests that the author believes in the power of overcoming obstacles and maintaining a positive attitude, ultimately leading to personal growth and success.

This verse, "Phenomenal woman, that's me," is the last one from the poem "Phenomenal Woman." It emphasizes the speaker's confidence and self-assurance as a woman, highlighting her strength and power. The repetition of the phrase "phenomenal woman" reinforces the theme of empowerment and celebrates the uniqueness and beauty of being a woman.

The speaker in the poem is questioning why their confidence and self-assuredness upsets and offends others. They compare their laughter and walk to having gold mines and oil wells, symbolizing their wealth and abundance. By using these metaphors, the speaker suggests that their success and resilience cannot be diminished by others' negativity and attempts to bring them down. The line highlights the speaker's defiance and refusal to conform to societal expectations, emphasizing their strength and determination.

The correct answer is 32. This means that there are 32 poems in the book.

The poem "Poetic Justice" is not listed in the book. This can be inferred from the question which asks for the poem that is not listed. The other three poems, "And Still I Rise," "Phenomenal Woman," and "Just For A Time," are listed in the book.

The correct answer is "For the 50th anniversary of the United Negro College Fund." This means that the poem "Still I Rise" was featured in an ad campaign specifically created to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the United Negro College Fund.

The poem "Ain't that bad?" can be found in the third part of the book.

Maya published two poetry books before "Still I Rise".

"Phenomenal Woman" and "Just for a Time" were previously published in Cosmopolitan magazine.