1A3 Lit Love/Letter From Home_5 July

Who is the speaker in the poem?

• A mother

• A father

• A son

• A daughter

Who is the speaker's letter being sent to?

• Her son who is living at home

• Her daughter who is living at home

• Her son who is studying overseas

• Her daughter who is studying overseas

What does the mother ask about her son's current situation? (May have more than one answer)

• If he is enjoying his classes

• If he is making new friends

• If he is getting enough sleep

• If he is eating well

Why does the sister crouch at the windowsill every night?

• To watch the stars

• To wait for her brother to return

• To write letters

• To knit sweaters

What does the mother mention about the candle in the poem?

• It burns brightly

• It has stopped burning

• It drips and flickers

• It is a new candle

What is the primary (i.e. main) emotion expressed by the speaker in the poem?

• Anger

• Happiness

• Pride

• Sadness