1. What does the speaker suggest about heaven in this poem?
2. How does the speaker present class and racial stereotypes in this poem?
3. What message or commentary do you think the poet is trying to convey with this depiction of heaven?
4. How do you interpret the use of the word "cherubs" in this context?
5. Do you think this poem is meant to be taken literally or as a metaphor? Why or why not?
Questions for this poem
She even thinks that up in heaven
Her class lies late and snores
While poor black cherubs rise at seven
To do celestial chores
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