Aunt Julia- Stanza 2

Question 1

“she wore men’s boots”

Answer 1

.Connotations of practical, independent, & unusual
.This suggests that she is a strong-willed and independent woman who is unusual in the fact that she does not attempt to conform with social norms but rather she pursues a more practical and sensible approach to her life

Question 2

“wore”

Answer 2

. Repetition
. This is effective as it emphasises the significant importance of the speakers observation about her practical approach to life as she does not function within expected social norms and follows a life of independence and sensibility

Question 3

“strong foot”

Question 4

“stained with peat”

Answer 4

.Connotations of deep-rooted, connection and closeness to nature
.This suggests that she was deeply connected to her land, and closeness to nature in general, due to the considerable amount of time she has spent working amongst her land. The land has marked her therefore the land is ingrained and deep-rotted into her character permanently.

Question 5

“paddling with the treadle”

Question 6

“marvelously”

Answer 6

. Connotations of admiration, extraordinary and awe
. This suggests that the speaker absolutely admires his aunt and is in awe of her extraordinary movements and actions as she completes her tasks. It highlights that their relationship has been formed on respect and admiration.