‘The Emigree’

Question 1

What is ‘The Emigree’ about?

Answer 1

The Emigree is about a person who left their home country because of conflict and war. However, her childhood views leave her optimistic even though she knows of the conflict.

Question 2

Which word is repeated throughout the poem which symbolises hope?

Answer 2

SUNLIGHT : “It tastes of sunlight” “An impression of sunlight” “Evidence of sunlight”