first love

Question 1

summary

Answer 1

• In the first lines of this poem, the speaker begins by describing waking up and having experienced a dream.
• this inspired them to say their first love’s name out loud despite not having spoken it for years, bringing them into a deeper reflection of youthful emotion.
• In the next lines, the poem conveys the memories of a first love, though at first blurry, it becomes clearer as if they’re watching an old film.
• the recollections appear throughout the next day, and in the evening, the memory of the first love is like a distant, dead star that is still shining.

Question 2

what is the poetic voice?

Answer 2

• a woman, likely an adult, who is reflecting on her first love, a memory that has resurfaced in a dream and continues to have a powerful impact on her.

Question 3

how is the poetic voice created?

Answer 3

• first person narrative ->establishes a direct, intimate connection with the reader which allows her to share her personal thoughts and emotions.
• sensual, vivid imagery -> evokes the sensory images associated with first love.
• dry and humorous remarks ->adds a layer of complexity and realism.

Question 4

themes

Answer 4

• relationships/ first love
• memories/ nostalgia
• loss
• loneliness
• innocence
• time