climbing my grandfather Flashcards
1
Q
“climbing”
A
element of risk with getting to know his grandfather. shows generational divide
however, may show familiarity. he will catch him if he falls
2
Q
child and grandfather gap
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“easy scramble” is childish which sets further divide.
this doesn’t make sense, as he’s trying to get to know him more. sets up confusing generational divide, they may never understand each other fully
3
Q
eyes quote
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“stare into his brown eyes”
eyes are the window to the soul. he’s getting to know him more personally
4
Q
mountain imagery
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masculine, top of a mountain has a beautiful view, he sees the beautiful view of his grandfathers life
5
Q
structure
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monostitch - reflects childlike nature of speaker and his memories.
also the daunting relentless journey of climbing a mountain
