In a paragraph of no less than five sentences, explain how Edgar A. Guest’s poem “You” expresses the idea that our character is determined by our conscious choices. In your explanation, use at least two quotes from the poem

The poem determines how you are the leader of your own actions and that it's all up to you to make your decisions and learn from your mistakes rather than someone else doing it for you. You are free to decide upon your wishes and make them come true. Nobody will do it for you so you might as well build up the courage and be who YOU want to be, not who others want you to be.

Explanation:

richard allen was a minister for a african methodist episcopal church. he was also a educator and a writer one of america most active and influential black leaders. in 1794, he founded a african methodist episcopal church in philadelphia, pennsylvania. the church that he founded was the first independent african american denomination in the united states. he was a influential leader that makes many people feel comfortable under his preachings. they trusted him and supported him even though it could get them in trouble because slavery was happening. he risked his life to bring slaves and others closer to god and writing books. as a boy he and his family were slaves but some how he managed to teach himself how to read, write and preach. he has written four books about his life, slavery and hymns/preaching.