Poem Blessing Imtiaz Dharker Flashcard

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What is the main imagery used in the poem Blessing?

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Water

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How does the poet use the imagery of water in the poem Blessing to convey a sense of scarcity and desperation?

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Describing the lack of water in the community and the desperation of the people to have access to it

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What effect does the imagery of the burst pipe have on the overall tone of the poem Blessing?

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Creates a tone of wonder and awe

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How does the poet use imagery of water gushing out to create wonder and joy in the poem 'Blessing'?

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By describing it as 'silver crashes' and 'echoes in a splash of water'

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How does the poet use the imagery of the people collecting water in the poem Blessing to highlight the theme of poverty and struggle?

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By depicting the daily struggle for basic necessities and the harsh living conditions of the people.

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What is the significance of the imagery of the children's hands in the poem Blessing?

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Symbolizes innocence, purity, and the preciousness of water in their lives

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How does the poet use the imagery of the water as a blessing in the poem Blessing?

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Water is depicted as a blessing because it brings joy and abundance to the people in the poem.

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Role of the imagery of the sun breaking through the clouds in the poem 'Blessing'?

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Symbolizes hope, renewal, and potential for abundance

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How does the poet use the imagery of the water as a symbol of hope and renewal in the poem Blessing?

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By describing how the water brings life and sustenance to the dry and barren land, and how the people in the poem are filled with joy and gratitude at the sight of the water.

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What is the overall impact of the imagery used in the poem Blessing on the reader?

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It creates a vivid and powerful impact on the reader, evoking a sense of awe and appreciation for the preciousness of water in the lives of the people in the poem.