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, ENG 1501 SUPP EXAM 2024QUESTION 1: POETRY: ‘Balancing on Air’ by Lynne Bryer
1.Refer to the epigraph underneath the title (‘This poem arose during a
course of radiotherapy’). What does this epigraph suggest the poem will be
about? (1)
The epigraph underneath the title of the poem, "This poem arose during a
course of radiotherapy," suggests that the poem will be about the poet's
experience or thoughts during their radiotherapy treatment. The epigraph
implies that the poem is influenced by or inspired by the poet's personal
journey with radiotherapy. This could mean that the poem might explore
themes of illness, healing, or the emotions and reflections that arise during
the treatment process. The epigraph gives us a clue about the context and
subject matter of the poem, allowing us to approach the poem with an
understanding of the poet's personal connection to the topic.
2. Refer to stanzas 1 and 2.
How does the speaker describe the seagulls? Would you say this description
reveals the speaker’s jealousy, or rather, that it reveals the speaker’s
reverence for the birds? Quote from these two stanzas to support your
answer. (3)
In stanzas 1 and 2, the speaker describes the seagulls as undaunted, rising
with "sheer scythes, all wing and body" (lines 7-8). The speaker also
mentions that the seagulls tilt the eye in watchfulness and exhibit a "patent
hungering" (lines 9-10). This description suggests that the speaker has
reverence for the seagulls rather than jealousy. The use of words like
"undaunted" and the admiration for the seagulls' soaring and watchfulness
indicate a sense of awe and respect towards the birds. The speaker's tone is
appreciative and captivated by the seagulls' abilities, highlighting their
strength and grace. The description does not imply jealousy but rather
emphasizes the speaker's admiration for the seagulls' qualities.
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