The speaker in these lines from Langton Hughes's poem "I, Too" states that he is "growing strong" eating in the kitchen. Which statement best describes the meaning of this declaration?
I am the darker brother. They send me to eat in the kitchen When company comes, But I laugh, And eat well, And grow strong. . .
- Although he feels ignored by those at the table, the speaker is preparing to take back his position in society. - The speaker realizes he does not need those who now sit at the table and therefore focuses on improving himself. - Even though he is being rejected by those at the table, the speaker is confident and resilient to adversity. - The speaker rejects getting help from those who now sit at the table and realizes that he must fend for himself. - Despite being relegated to the kitchen, the speaker still feels he is treated fairly as he is provided with a position in society.
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