Changes

Question

I look in the mirror every morning I see

A child is leaving. I am becoming a new me.



I went into a room a young one who didn’t know

I emerged and I am someone else, I have to go



On a journey that lets me know who I’m meant to be

These changes are big, I’m filled with fears and glee



Am I ready to take on the role of a woman

There is so much to take on, but I think I can



My mother still sees me emerging, I can tell

My father is not prepared to leave the cloak that fell



And took my childhood away from me

I am ready, in my heart’s eye I can see

Question
What is the effect of repetition in the poem’s structure?
Responses
A The repetition of “childhood” emphasizes the idea that the speaker is growing up.The repetition of “childhood” emphasizes the idea that the speaker is growing up.
B The repetition of “see” and “me” helps the reader understand the essence of the poem.The repetition of “see” and “me” helps the reader understand the essence of the poem.
C The repetition of “new me” fits with the overall theme of the poem about adolescence.The repetition of “new me” fits with the overall theme of the poem about adolescence.
D The repetition of “know” and “go” turns the focus of the reader to the parents.

Answer 1

D The repetition of “know” and “go” turns the focus of the reader to the parents.