Aunt Julia Flashcards
1
Q
Explain the quote “by the time I had learned”
A
Indicates a remorseful tone to the concluding lines of the poem as he missed his chance to speak to his aunt in her language
2
Q
Explain the Quote “I could not understand her”
A
Repeated phrase
Indication of frustration
3
Q
Explain the quote “she wore men’s boots”
A
This shows aunt Julia as a hardworking strong practical person
4
Q
Explain this quote “but I hear her still”
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Metaphor
Confirmation of the significance she had in his life. She reminds Alive in his memory as clear and vivid as always
5
Q
Explain the quote “ she was winds pouring wetly round house ends”
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Emphasising the encompassing nature of her spirit and personality
