TDA notes

• What is the date of birth of Peter Snyders?

  14 November 1939
• What is the title of Peter Snyders' debut collection of poems?

  ‘n Ordinary Mens
• What does the evening star symbolize in the poem?

  It symbolizes a connection to the beloved
• Who is the author of the poem "Die Boodskapper"?

  Peter Snyders
• What is the significance of Venus in the poem?

  Venus is associated with love and acts as a messenger
• What are the main themes of the poem "Die Boodskapper"?

  • Love and longing
  • Connection to the beloved
  • The use of celestial imagery
• What type of poetry is Peter Snyders known for?

  Street/speak poetry
• What is the structure of the poem in terms of stanzas?

  The poem consists of 4 stanzas
• How does the poem reflect the speaker's feelings?

  It expresses love and a desire for connection
• What are the characteristics of the poem's typography?

  • Minimal punctuation and capital letters
  • No fixed rhyme pattern
  • Varying line lengths
• What does the lack of punctuation in the poem signify?

  It supports the free verse structure
• What is the tone of the poem?

  Playful
• What rhetorical device is used at the end of stanza 3?

  A rhetorical question is used
• What figures of speech are present in the poem?

  • Rhetorical questions
  • Similes
  • Metaphors
  • Alliteration
  • Personification
  • Assonance
  • Elision
• How does the speaker communicate with the beloved in the poem?

  By leaving a message with Venus
• What is the purpose of the letter mentioned in the poem?

  To declare love to the beloved
• How does the imagery of stars enhance the theme of love in the poem?

  It symbolizes distance and connection between lovers
• What does the phrase "speed of a thought" imply about the beloved's presence?

  It suggests that the beloved is always on the speaker's mind
• What is the significance of the kiss mentioned in the poem?

  It symbolizes affection and love
• Why is the poem described as a love poem?

  Because it expresses feelings of love and longing
• How does the speaker's use of first-person perspective affect the poem?

  It creates intimacy and personal connection
• What is the relationship between the speaker and the addressed in the poem?

  The speaker has romantic feelings for the addressed
• How does the poem reflect the cultural context of its language?

  It uses Kaapse Afrikaans, reflecting local speech patterns

  
• What does the poem reveal about Peter Snyders' background as a writer?

  It shows his connection to local culture and language