Stanza 2 - TWMMS Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
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“Slow”
A
Time has stretched - she has time to reflect.
2
Q
“Browsing”
A
Personification suggests the train hasn’t decided where it’s going. Just as a young person is looking forward to their unknown future.
3
Q
“Right sky”
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Implies she hasn’t found a way of life that suits her yet - her future is open.
4
Q
“Too blue”
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Represents childhood - connotation of sunshine and happiness.
5
Q
“Cool grey”
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Suggests uncertainty of becoming an adult - life is getting darker.
6
Q
“When I think”
A
Her inner voice is linked to her mum. It is part of her thought process.
7
Q
“Nothing is silent. Nothing is not silent.”
A
The relationship between external and internal is explored. The double negative implies that, what doesn’t exist now still has a voice/influence in your head.
