3.1 - My Mother at Sixty-Six (Kamala Das)
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Practice Questions
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What does the mother's 'ashen' face represent?
💡 Hint: Think about the physical signs of aging.
Who is the poet of 'My Mother at Sixty-Six'?
💡 Hint: Remember her significance in Indian literature.
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What does the mother’s pale face symbolize?
💡 Hint: Think about what physical signs show aging.
True or false: The poem depicts joy at the prospect of parting.
💡 Hint: Consider the emotions expressed in farewells.
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Discuss how Kamala Das uses imagery to communicate deep emotional truths. Provide examples.
💡 Hint: Look for specific descriptive phrases within the poem.
Analyze the significance of the daughter's repeated smiles. What do they signify within the context of the poem?
💡 Hint: Reflect on the emotional weight of farewells and how they are portrayed.
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