In Paul Laurence Dunbar’s poem "We Wear the Mask," what does the mask symbolize?

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The outward identity that individuals present to society.Traditional African deities' ceremonial masks.Biblical figures referenced in the poem.The ideal self the speaker aspires to become.None of the above.

Explanation

The mask in Dunbar's poem symbolizes the false front or facade that people adopt to hide their true feelings and struggles from the world. It represents the persona that individuals display publicly, concealing their inner pain and suffering.