In her work “125th Street and Abomey,” Audre Lorde draws upon imagery from which cultural tradition?

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Explanation

The poem “125th Street and Abomey” by Audre Lorde incorporates symbols and motifs rooted in African mythology, highlighting the cultural heritage and spiritual themes from that tradition.

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In her work “125th Street and Abomey,” Audre Lorde draws upon imagery from which cultural tradition?

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