3.13 - Father to Son (Elizabeth Jennings)
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Practice Questions
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What does the father feel towards his son in the poem?
💡 Hint: Think about the emotional states described in the poem.
What metaphor is used in the poem to represent the father's relationship with his son?
💡 Hint: Consider the imagery associated with planting and nurturing.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the central theme of 'Father to Son'?
💡 Hint: Think about the emotional states expressed in the poem.
The metaphor of the tree represents what in the poem?
💡 Hint: Consider what planting something entails in a relationship.
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Challenge Problems
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Create a character study of the father from the poem, considering emotional nuances and how his character could evolve with improved communication.
💡 Hint: Consider moments of realization that could transform his character.
Reflect on modern relationships—what parallels can you draw between the poem's themes and today's family dynamics, especially with digital communication?
💡 Hint: Look at how having conversations through texts differs from face-to-face dialogue.
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