climbing my gradnfather

Question 1

over view

Answer 1

poem which uses an extended metaphor of the speaker climbing his grandfather in order to reprsent exploring teh realtionship he had with his grandfather as a child

Question 2

quotes that show emotional journey

Answer 2

without a rope or a net
- themes of danger as if the speakjer is anxious to get to know his grandfather - due to large generational gap

“places his feet gentley on the old stiches”
- speaker climbing his wound carefully shwoing hsi emphatic nature towards his grandad

Question 3

quotes that show nature

Answer 3

“earth stained hand”
- give sthe impression that the grandfather is outdoorsy, - places emphasis on the need for these natural untainted familiar relationships

“watches teh coulds and teh birds cirle”
- the speakers apprication of nature comes from his grandad as he is at the top of his head where teh brain so it is signfiifcant.
-cyclical image through the circle represents the circle of life and nature, shown through the relationship but also trhough teh nature.

Question 4

quotes fro this Themes of Growth and Understanding

Answer 4

The slow pulse of his good heart”
Suggests deep understanding and appreciation of the grandfather’s character.

“Climbing has its dangers, but not today”
Reflects awareness of challenges in relationships and life, but a present moment of comfort and connection.

Question 5

essay plan for walkign away and climbing my grandfather

Answer 5

emotional journey
nature
Themes of Growth and Understanding