👉 Someone from one of the states which seceded in 1861 and briefly formed the Confederate States of America, or, more broadly, from some neighboring states as well (but excluding geographically-southerly states like Arizona); compare the South.
Alright class, settle down, let’s take a look! Today we're tackling 'southern,' it’s a word that can be tricky, you see. The dictionary gives us a pretty clear decree: It points to states where in eighteen sixty-one, A split occurred, a nation undone. Those states seceded, formed the Confederacy bold, A story of division, often told. But ‘southern’ isn't just about those names, Think broader still, it plays different games! It can include neighbors, close and near, But not those states where sunshine’s always clear – Like Arizona, warm as the desert sun, That's a geographical point, for everyone! We’re talking about the South , you understand? A cultural heritage, across the land. It’s more than just location, don't you see? It carries history and identity – that’s ‘southern’ to me! Now, let’s think about this for a moment... Can anyone give me an example of something associated with 'the South'? Let’s discuss!