Flashcard on 'Life Doesn't Frighten Me At All'

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What is the central message of 'Life Doesn't Frighten Me At All'?

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It is important to face your fears and be brave.

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What does the quote 'I've got a magic charm / That I keep up my sleeve / I can walk the ocean floor / And never have to breathe' show about the speaker?

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The speaker is likely a child who uses their imagination to face their fears.

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Which piece of evidence shows how the speaker faces her fears?

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"I just smile / they go wild" (Lines 19-20)

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What is the speaker's point of view on fears in the poem?

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The speaker believes that fears can be faced and overcome.

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How do lines 13-20 add to the meaning of the poem?

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They show how silly actions help the speaker face their fears.

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What does the term 'imagination' mean in the context of the poem?

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The ability to create ideas or images in one's mind, often used to cope with fears.

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What role does bravery play in 'Life Doesn't Frighten Me At All'?

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Bravery is portrayed as essential for overcoming fears.

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How does the speaker's attitude towards fear differ from that of others?

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The speaker embraces fear and uses creativity to confront it, unlike others who may avoid it.

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What literary device is used in the phrase 'magic charm'?

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Metaphor, suggesting that imagination can be a powerful tool.

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What is the significance of smiling in the poem?

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Smiling symbolizes confidence and a positive approach to facing fears.