Sabrina Benaim reads "In Praise of Tomorrow"

The transcript is a heartfelt reflection on the author's relationship with her mother, expressed through a poem of praise. It explores themes of love, memory, family traditions, and the inevitability of loss. The author shares personal anecdotes, highlighting her mother's influence and the emotional challenges of writing about her. The narrative concludes with a hopeful outlook on the future, emphasizing the importance of cherishing the present.

What is the main reason the poet finds it difficult to write a poem of praise about her mother?

• She has a strained relationship with her mother.

• She doesn't have enough good memories.

• She fears her mother might pass away.

• She doesn't know how to express her feelings.

What does the poet inherit or learn from her mother?

• Her sense of humor

• Her stubbornness and loyalty

• Her artistic skills

• Her cooking skills

Why does the poet mention the tradition of baking cookies?

• To express her dislike for baking

• To criticize her mother's insistence

• To show the importance of family traditions

• To highlight her baking skills

What does the poet mean by 'praise As for the sadness that swims in my marrow'?

• She acknowledges the deep-rooted sadness within her.

• She is grateful for her sadness.

• She wants to get rid of her sadness.

• She is indifferent to her sadness.

How does the poet choose to handle the reality of her mother's potential loss?

• By constantly discussing it with her mother

• By avoiding the topic entirely

• By writing more poems about it

• By focusing on the present and future