the cliché kid

Question 1

summary

Answer 1

• In the first lines of this poem, the speaker addresses a doctor and pours out their troubles.
• they describe their father, the late-night scenes they saw in their home, and the emptiness of an old schoolroom.
• the speaker also describes how even their imaginary friend abandoned them.
• the speaker reflects on their lost youth in the next lines and the fear of missing experiences long after death.

Question 2

what is the poetic voice?

Answer 2

• a young person who struggles with mental health and feels trapped in a life defined by clichés and societal expectations.
• gradually losing innocence as they transition from childhood into adulthood.

Question 3

how is the poetic voice created?

Answer 3

• first-person narration ->to convey their experiences and thoughts, allows the reader to intimately understand their struggles and perspective. It helps create a sense of vulnerability and relatability, making the poem more engaging for the reader.
• juxtaposition ->highlights the disconnect between their true self and the superficial language they are forced to use.
• free verse form and short, fragmented lines ->reflects the speaker’s fragmented and uncertain sense of identity.

Question 4

themes

Answer 4

• childhood
• memories
• identity
• loneliness
• mental health
• damaged relationships