the emigree

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Cards (42)

Why did the narrator have to leave her homeland?
She was forced to run away due to conflict
How does the narrator feel about her home country despite not being able to return?
She holds a positive and loving view of it
What does the narrator refuse to focus on regarding her home country?
She refuses to focus on the negative aspects and criticisms
What literary device is used in the phrase "the worst news I receive of it cannot break my original view"?
It uses a metaphor to convey resilience
What does the metaphor of "sunlight" represent in the poem?
It represents happiness, positivity, and warmth
What does the reference to "November" symbolize in the poem?
It symbolizes darkness and gloominess associated with political events
How does the narrator describe her childhood memories of her homeland?
As glorified and possibly unrealistic
What does the phrase "I am branded by an impression of sunlight" imply?
It implies that her positive memories are an integral part of her identity
What does the term "paperweight" symbolize in the poem?
It symbolizes the solid, unchangeable ideas in the speaker's mind
How does the poet use color imagery in the line "the white streets of that City"?
It conveys innocence, purity, and the beauty of her homeland
What does the personification of "time rolling its tanks" suggest?
It suggests that time is an enemy that destroys memories
What does the narrator imply by saying "they accuse me of absence"?
She implies that others see her as an outsider in her new home
How does the narrator's view of her homeland contrast with the views of others?
She holds a positive view while others criticize it
What does the repetition of "it may be" suggest about the narrator's feelings towards her homeland?
It suggests a sense of doubt and defensiveness about its current state
What does the phrase "my city takes me dancing through the city of walls" imply?
It implies a longing for connection and joy despite physical barriers
What are the key themes present in the poem "Igra" by Carol Rumens?
Memory and nostalgia
Identity and belonging
Conflict and displacement
The contrast between past and present
The power of place and its impact on individuals
What are some literary devices used in the poem "Igra"?
Metaphor (e.g., sunlight)
Personification (e.g., time rolling its tanks)
Color imagery (e.g., white streets)
Repetition (e.g., "it may be")
Ellipses for reflection
How can students prepare for an exam on the poem "Igra"?
Analyze key quotations for language devices
Understand the themes and their implications
Discuss the narrator's perspective and emotions
Compare the poem's content with broader refugee experiences
Practice writing interpretations and analyses
What does the color white symbolize in the context of the poem?
It symbolizes surrender and an idealized view of the speaker's country.
How does the personification of time in the poem affect the speaker's perception of her country?
It makes time seem like an enemy, suggesting the speaker's fear of forgetting her heritage.
What literary device is used in the phrase "time tanks"?
It employs dental plosive alliteration.
What does the juxtaposition in the poem reveal about the speaker's memories?
It shows the contrast between her idealized memories and the harsh reality of her city.
How do negative reports about her country affect the speaker's memories?
They make her cherish her positive memories even more dearly.
What does the term "frontier" symbolize in the poem?
It symbolizes the border separating the speaker's past and present countries.
What does the simile "clouds like waves" suggest in the poem?
It creates the impression of a metaphorical sea separating the two countries.
How does the imagery of waves relate to the speaker's experience as an immigrant?
It suggests a permanent separation from her homeland, similar to the parting of the Red Sea.
What does the phrase "child's vocabulary" imply about the speaker's language skills?
It suggests that her vocabulary was limited as a child but still holds significance.
What does the simile comparing her language to "colored molecules" signify?
It celebrates her language and heritage, indicating pride in being bilingual.
What does the phrase "tastes of sunlight" convey about the speaker's feelings towards her language?
It indicates that her language is vibrant and essential to her identity.
How does the caesura in the poem symbolize the speaker's experience?
It symbolizes her silencing by the state due to the ban on her language.
What does the lack of a passport represent for the speaker?
It signifies her loss of identity and inability to return home.
How does the speaker's relationship with her city evolve throughout the poem?
She nurtures and cherishes her memories of the city despite her displacement.
What does the phrase "my city comes to me in its own white plane" suggest?
It implies that her memories of the city are vivid and controlled by her imagination.
How does the speaker's use of personification affect the portrayal of her city?
It creates a magical and nurturing relationship between the speaker and her city.
What does the use of iambic pentameter signify in the poem?
It reinforces the speaker's affection and passion for her country.
How does the speaker feel about her new place compared to her old city?
She feels like an outsider and faces persecution in her new environment.
What does the repetition of "they accuse me" convey about the speaker's experience?
It emphasizes the level of persecution and the feeling of being targeted.
How does the imagery of "my city hides behind me" reflect the speaker's relationship with her heritage?
It shows that she feels a strong connection to her city, protecting it from harm.
What does the final reference to sunlight symbolize in the poem?
It symbolizes hope and optimism despite the challenges she faces.
What is the significance of the poem's free verse structure?
Represents the freedom the speaker craves
May convey the chaos in her hometown