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Existential Crisis: Authenticity vs. Time

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What central theme does the repetition of 'And yet I fight, and yet I fight' emphasize?

A peaceful acceptance of fate.
A joyful anticipation of victory.
A relentless internal struggle. (correct)
A detached observation of events.

Which feeling is most strongly conveyed through the lines 'No one to cry to/ No place to call home'?

A profound sense of isolation and lack of belonging. (correct)
A temporary feeling of homesickness.
A sense of adventure and freedom.
A comfortable acceptance of solitude.

How does the phrase 'My gift of self is r***d' contribute to the overall emotional impact of the poem?

It illustrates a violation of personal identity and autonomy. (correct)
It introduces a concept of unexpected generosity.
It offers a sense of empowerment through self-sacrifice.
It implies a voluntary sharing of resources.

What does the line 'If I can't be my own / I'd feel better dead' suggest about the speaker's values?

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Considering the themes of isolation and struggle, what overall tone does the work most clearly convey?

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Flashcards

Path of Time

Facing the continuous, forward movement of existence.

Battle All Alone

A personal struggle fought without support.

Gift of Self is R***d

Feeling of having one's personal offering violated.

Privacy is Raked

Loss of personal space and confidentiality.

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If I can't be my own

The concept of self-ownership. The speaker's personal autonomy and identity.

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Study Notes

Confronts falsehoods and the relentless progression of time.
A solitary struggle is fought without support or refuge.
Personal autonomy is violated, and privacy is invaded.
The internal conflict revolves around the inability to be oneself.
Death is preferable to living without authenticity.

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