stanza 1 Flashcards
1
Q
Not a red rose Or a satin heart
A
Using a negative to start
a traditional gift
2
Q
I give you an onion
A
Onion is similar to a relationship
Seems very ordinary rather than special
Unexpected
3
Q
It is a moon wrapped in brown paper
A
metaphor
onion changes into hope and love
The moon is romantic
The brightness of the moon links to hope
4
Q
it promises light
A
Suggest an optimistic start to a relationship
Promises her partner goodness hope and light
5
Q
Like the careful undressing of love
A
skin being removed from the onion to get to know them
physical aspect of love
Growing and emotional bond with peeling off the layers
