To what extent are the statements in paragraphs 16 and 17 to be taken literally? What function do they serve in Angelou's narrative?

Iwould say b but i’m not so sure

The  knowledge gap  as been recast more recently as a “digital divide”  gap. with the internet and social media many things can be done faster and better. so much faster and better that those that do not have access to them are literally left out of the game.