Duffy-Valentine Flashcards
1
Q
Why is the title effective?
A
Minor sentence for impact.
Sets up expectations of a love poem, which are then undetermined.
2
Q
Why are the ‘red rose satin heart, cute card’ mentioned?
A
To show the stereotypical cliche symbols of love as the speaker rejects as she believes they do not reflect the true nature of relationships.
3
Q
In which ways is the onion like ‘a moon wrapped in brown paper’?
A
Spherical shape
Silvery colour
Covered in papery brown skins.
4
Q
What is the significance of a gift being wrapped in brown paper?
A
Brown paper is an inexpensive and very plain covering. The speaker is not trying to make the gift seem fancy with colourful and attractive wrapping. Trying to convey an honest view of love.
