climbing my grandfather

Question 1

‘i change direction’

Answer 1

enjambment - emphasises physical effort and reflects change of direction
A different approach is needed as he runs into difficulty along the way

Question 2

‘smooth and thick like warm ice’

Answer 2

oxymoron + similie - affectionate image
- grandfather isn’t cold like ice
- symbolises warmth and comfort of grandfather despite his tough skin texture
- implies hands are worn from years of experience and hard work -> boy is climbing his grandfather and is looking up to him physically and mentally of admiration

Question 3

‘slow pulse of his good heart’

Answer 3

monosyllabic: slows pace of poem, imitating grandfathers heartbeat
- child physically feels his grandfathers heat and heartbeat, but hints at grandfathers steady and warm love for child
-dying