Which of the following examples from "i am offering this poem" has the most negative connotation? a."in the wilderness life becomes" b. "keep it like a warm coat" c. "to warm your belly in the winter" d. "tucked away like a cabin"

A. "In the wilderness life becomes"

Explanation:

The poem "I am Offering This Poem" by Jimmy Santiago Baca, where the poet admires the poetry itself and illustrates the significance of poetry. As per the question, the most negative connotation here is exemplified by "in the wilderness, life becomes" as here the poet depicts that we are "lost" and need "direction" as he feels the life around us is "wilderness" and hence, reminiscent of negative attitude. This also illustrates the reason for his preference for spirituality over the 'physical poverty' and reiterating the survivalist tendency(I have nothing to give but poem). Thus, the first option displays a negative tone as it shows the judging quality(negative) of the poet.

i think it was california.