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  Song of the Open Road  - Walt Whitman  A.1 - Identifying lines indicating 'Independence' and 'Self-reliance' Independence: 1. "Afoot and light-hearted I take to the open road," 2. "Strong and content I travel the open road." Self-reliance : 1. "Henceforth I ask not good-fortune, I myself am good-fortune," 2. "Henceforth I whimper no more, postpone no more, need nothing." A.2 - Why the narrator doesn’t want 'constellations' near him The narrator says, "I do not want the constellations any nearer," which means he does not seek external guidance, fate, or distant ideals. He is content with what the earth offers and embraces life as it comes. This reflects his belief in self-reliance and personal experience rather than relying on external forces like destiny. A.3 - ‘A man without liberty is a body without a soul’ - Explanation Liberty is essential for a fulfilling life, just as the soul is essential for existence. ...