What is the meaning behind this quote? had it not been for america, there had been no such thing as freedom left throughout the whole universe. -thomas paine

What is the message? how does langston hughes convey the message in this poem?

What occurrence provides the climax for the story “the occurence at owl creek bridge? a.)when peyton farquhar is standing on the bridge waiting to be hanged b.)when peyton farquhar reaches his home and sees his wife c. when peyton farquhar feels the pain in his back and finally dies d.)when peyton farquhar is running home and feels his tongue swelling

Who is generally considered a postmodern author