Rachel Wiley reads "The Mother Riddle"

What is the primary theme introduced by the poet in the beginning of the poem?

• A journey of self-discovery

• The struggles of a poet's life

• A complicated relationship with their mother

• The beauty of nature

How does the poet describe their feelings about not contacting their mother for months?

• Overwhelmed with guilt

• Relieved and free

• Feeling a slight sense of guilt

• Indifferent and unconcerned

What does the poet believe their mother expects from them?

• To move on and forget

• To stand up for themselves

• To apologize and grovel

• To reach out with love

What metaphorical figure appears before the poet attempts to call their mother?

• A gentle dove

• A fierce dragon

• A graceful sphinx

• A wise owl

What is the significance of the riddles presented by the sphinx?

• They explore the emotional complexities of the poet's relationship with their mother

• They are a distraction from the main theme

• They provide a solution to the poet's problems

• They are meant to confuse the poet