Material

Question 1

Material uses the extended metaphor of ___ as a symbol for old-fashioned maternal care. (Material)

Answer 1

handkerchiefs

Question 2

The speaker labels her mother with the oxymoron “___” to present her as both respected and down-to-earth. (Material)

Answer 2

“the hanky queen”

Question 3

These handkerchiefs are contrasted with the later introduction of “___” which represent a decline in intimate maternal care in the newer generation of mothers as opposed to the older, more involved generation with a more romantic past. (Material)

Answer 3

“paper tissues”

Question 4

The use of the sibilance “___” portrays an overbearing affection that the speaker once viewed to be irritating, although now reflects fondly on her mother’s intense, practical care. (Material)

Answer 4

“spittled and scrubbed against my face”

Question 5

Barber uses the metaphor of a “___” in her mother’s sleeve to personify the handkerchiefs who “___”, symbolising the cultivation and nurture associated with old motherhood. (Material)

Answer 5

“farm” and “fell in love and mated, raising little squares”