Half caste

• Who is the author of the poem "Half-caste"?

  John Agard
• What does the term "half-caste" refer to in the poem?

  A derogatory term for mixed heritage
• How does the speaker in "Half-caste" feel about the term?

  The speaker criticizes its usage and implications
• What is the structure of the poem "Half-caste"?

  It has irregular stanza lengths
• What is the tone of the poem "Half-caste"?

  Critical and questioning
• What themes are explored in "Half-caste"?

  • Identity and cultural heritage
  • Critique of societal labels
  • The complexity of mixed heritage
• What does the speaker directly ask about the term "half-caste"?

  What it means and its implications
• How does the poem "Half-caste" challenge societal norms?

  By questioning the validity of labels
• What effect does the speaker's tone have on the poem's message?

  It emphasizes the critique of stereotypes