My Mother At Sixty-Six Flashcards
(10 cards)
Who has written the poem “My Mother At Sixty-Six”?
Kamala Das
What is the tone of the poem written by Kamala Das?
Sad
What is the poem, “My Mother At Sixty-Six” primarily about?
Separation
From whose perspective is the poem ‘My Mother At Sixty-Six’ written?
The daughter’s
‘My Mother at Sixty-Six’ is written as a single sentence punctuated with commas, what does this signify? And what is the poetic device?
The single sentence signifies a single string of thoughts with observations of the world outside and how they relate to the main idea.
the poetic device used is ENJAMBMENT.
What words does the poet use to describe her mother in the poem ‘My Mother At Sixty-Six”?
- Ashen
- Pale
- Corpse like
- Wan
- Like the late winter’s moon.
Why does the poet make this comparison between her mother’s face and the late winter’s moon?
The poet uses this simile to convey the striking similarities between her mother’s pale, old face and the moon.
Winter is also used to symbolize the end of something. The poet makes this comparison because, she, for the first time, has accepted that her mother’s end may be nearing.
How does Kamala Das describe the scene outside the car?
She uses phrases like “young trees” and “merry children spilling out of their homes” to highlight the youth and activity outside as opposed to her ageing mother’s pale, exhausted face.
What are Kamala Das’s final words to her mother and what do they signify?
The poet, while trying to smile hard, says these final words to her mother before departing, “ See you soon, Amma”. The forced smile shows that the poet is scared but is trying to put the thought of her mother leaving away. Her words show that she is reassuring herself that the end is still far.
What are the main poetic devices used in the poem ‘My Mother At Sixty-Six’?
- Simile
- Repetition
- Enjambment
- Personification
- Metaphor
- Contrast
- Imagery
- Alliteration
