Structure

Question 1

How does the writer use structure in the phrase “to stub” and “to have”

Answer 1

infinite verbs, capture attention

Question 2

How does the writer use structure in the phrase “once (too often)”

Answer 2

although the poet is frightened he tries to inject humour (through parenthesis) to make light of the situation.

Question 3

How does the writer use structure in the phrase “-“

Answer 3

indicates no rush.

While it is frightening at first, he now thinks the experience is worth while

Question 4

How does the writer use structure in the phrase “centuries back”

Answer 4

Enjambment - Draws attention to the word “centuries”. shows he is thinking back to prehistoric time.

Question 5

How does the writer use structure in the phrase “so who’s the monster?”

Answer 5

shows poet is not so confident as to who the superior being is.

Question 6

How does the writer use structure in the phrase “sail after sail”

Answer 6

shows shark is an elegant creature - contrast to at the start of the poem.