GCELiterature in EnglishAfrican Poetry2019

The image of 'the young and strong tree' at the end of David Diop's poem 'Africa' most likely represents

Athe natural vegetation of the African continent
BAfrica's new generation and the hope of future freedomCORRECT
Cthe enduring strength of colonial structures
Dthe poet's personal growth through education
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The young and strong tree in Diop's 'Africa' is a symbol of the new African generation that will grow despite hardship and eventually reclaim the continent's dignity and freedom. It represents resilience, regeneration, and the promise of liberation from colonial oppression.
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