Aunt Julia (Kelvin) Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
One quote related to human experience?
Hint - Could not
A
‘I could not answer her’
Suggests lack of understanding which creates a barrier separating the speaker from aunt julia.
2
Q
One quote related to human experience?
Hint - lay quiet
A
‘By the time i had learned a little, she lay silenced.’
Death causes a final separation, highlighting regret and lost connection.
3
Q
What does ‘when she wore any’ mean?
A
Suggests poverty/ hardiness.
4
Q
What does ‘strong foot’ mean?
A
Suggests physical capabilities.
5
Q
What does ‘stained with peat’ mean?
A
Shows her connection to the land.
6
Q
What does ‘only house’ mean?
A
Shows special bond between MacCaig and aunt.
7
Q
What does ‘crickets being friendly’ mean?
A
Suggests peace/ contentment.
