Mary-Kim Arnold reads "Fin De Siècle"

The transcript is a reading from a poem titled Fantasy Ecla, reflecting on 90s culture, social dynamics, and personal experiences. It explores themes of nostalgia, relationships, and the impact of loss. The narrative captures the essence of youthful adventures, emotional growth, and the challenges of coping with grief.

What skill was admired in the 90s according to the narrator?

• Dancing

• Singing

• Tying a cherry stem in your mouth

• Playing the guitar

How does the narrator feel when they see the boy they like at the party?

• Excited and hopeful

• Indifferent and bored

• Rejected and wanting to disappear

• Angry and confrontational

What activity do the narrator and their partner enjoy during the summer?

• Reading books together

• Taking baths and spraying each other with water

• Going to the movies

• Playing video games

What do the narrator and their partner do to be noticed by others?

• Wear flashy clothes

• Talk loudly at the diner

• Drive a fancy car

• Perform on stage

How does the narrator respond to questions about their well-being after their mother's death?

• They avoid answering

• They change the subject

• They say they are doing well

• They express feeling like they are in the shadow of death