"Mother, Any Distance"

Question 1

Analysis of “Mother, Any Distance”

Answer 1

Reflects the relationship between a child and their parent as the child seeks independence

Question 2

Quotation about someone at the zero end

Answer 2

“You at the zero-end, me with the spool of tape.”

Question 3

“You at the zero-end, me with the spool of tape.”

Answer 3

Symbolizes the physical and emotional connection between parent and child.

Question 4

Quoation about an anchor

Answer 4

“Anchor. Kite.”

Question 5

“Anchor. Kite.”

Answer 5

Metaphor for the parent’s stability and the child’s desire for freedom.

Question 6

Quotation about Unreeling

Answer 6

“Unreeling years between us. Anchor. Kite.”

Question 7

“Unreeling years between us. Anchor. Kite.”

Answer 7

Shows how their bond stretches but still holds firm.

Question 8

Quotation about reach

Answer 8

“I reach / towards a hatch that opens on an endless sky / to fall or fly.”

Question 9

“I reach / towards a hatch that opens on an endless sky / to fall or fly.”

Answer 9

Highlights the uncertainty and excitement of independence.