No, Thank You, John. Flashcards
What is the first quote following by the similar second quote in this poem?
’ I never said I loved you, John: Why will you teaze me day by day’
‘you know I never loved you, John; No fault of mine made me your toast’
What is the third quote to use from this poem suggesting defiance?
’ I have no heart? - Perhaps i have not; But then you’re mad to take offence […] Use your own common sense’
What is the fourth quote in this poem that suggests the speaker is defying social expectations / stereotypes?
‘I’d rather answer “No” to fifty Johns than answer “yes” to you. ‘
What is the fifth and sixth quote that suggests maturity in this poem?
‘Let’s mar our pleasant days no more, Song-birds of passage, days of youth’
‘Let us strike hands as heart friends; No more, no less; and friendship’s good’
What is the final paragraph from this poem?
‘In open treaty, Rise above Quibbles and shuffling off and on: Here’s friendship for you if you like; but love, - No, thank you, John.
