Home: The Harrowing Journey of Refugees

The poem 'Home' by Warsan Shire explores the harrowing experiences of refugees forced to flee their homes due to violence and danger. It highlights the desperation and difficult choices faced by those who leave everything behind in search of safety. The narrative delves into the emotional and physical struggles of migration, the prejudice encountered, and the relentless drive for survival.

What does the phrase 'No one leaves home unless home is the mouth of a shark' suggest about the reasons people leave their homes?

How does the poem illustrate the concept of safety in relation to home?

Discuss the significance of the line 'You have to understand that no one puts their children in a boat unless the water is safer than the land.'

What imagery is used to convey the desperation of refugees in the poem?

What emotions are conveyed through the repeated phrase 'No one leaves home' throughout the poem?