3.2 - An Elementary School Classroom in a Slum (Stephen Spender)
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What is the main theme of the poem?
💡 Hint: Think about what challenges the children face.
Name one symbol used in the poem and its meaning.
💡 Hint: What does the map represent regarding their future?
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What theme does Spender primarily focus on in his poem?
💡 Hint: Consider which theme reflects the children's living conditions.
The children are described as having 'pale' faces. What does this indicate?
💡 Hint: Think about how physical appearance reflects someone's overall health.
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Discuss how the poem reflects the socio-political landscape of its time and what relevance it has today.
💡 Hint: Consider links between the poem and current social movements or issues.
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