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Quote #1
They say the people could fly. Say that long ago in Africa, some of the people knew magic. (1)
The first transformation that takes place isn't a good one. This metamorphosis—from magical, flying people to ordinary-looking folks—reflects the dehumanization of slavery.
Quote #2
Many of the people were captured for Slavery. The ones that could fly shed their wings. (2)
This passage makes it seem like the people made an active choice to lose their wings. Were they simply setting the stage for the final triumph? Or is there something else going on?
Quote #3
The people who could fly kept their power, although they shed their wings. They kept their secret magic in the land of slavery. (4)
Like a young Clark Kent growing up in Smallville, the flying people have decided to wait for the perfect opportunity to unleash their secret power. Though they might've changed on the outside, their inner power remains untouched. Just watch out for Kryptonite, guys.