in the poem "this morning (for the girls of eastern high school) The term "jungle girl" is best understood to refer to the girls.

The term "jungle girl" refers to the girl's personality as somebody who is active.

This term is a metaphor since it describes the African-American girl (Lucille Clifton) in the poem as a "jungle girl" although she is not from the jungle. This simply refers to her "active nature."

Explanation:

Lucille Clifton was an American poet who grew up in an African-American life. Most of her works, such as the poem "This morning," focuses on her life and family experience. The essence of the poem focuses on how Lucille finally found herself even in the midst of a different society. It also shows her appreciation for her own identity.