General Study Notes Inquiry

The attitude or feeling expressed by the speaker in a poem.

The central idea or theme the speaker is conveying. It is often related to a larger idea about human experience.

The process of acquiring power and control over one's life and circumstances.

The repetition or effect of meaning conveyed through the poem.

A detailed examination of the poem to understand its meaning, structure, and literary devices.

Various sources of information to gain knowledge about a work of art.

Poetry originating from countries in South Asia (like Pakistan, for example).

Poetry focusing on issues of gender equality and women's experiences.

An in-depth interpretation and discussion of a literary work.

A gentle wind

To cover completely

A hot piece of smoldering fuel

A series of linked metal rings for fastening

State of having no sexual relationships

Strong feeling of support or allegiance

To reach optimum development

Poem contrasting explicit and discreet ways women are oppressed; emphasizes respect and self-worth

Oppression by telling women they can't achieve anything

Oppression by valuing women based on physical appearance

Women deserve respect and self-appreciation, not objectification

Oppression through societal norms and expectations

Oppression by physical barriers and limitations

Oppression by hardship and pain

Treated as a commodity, valued for looks

Figurative language used for description in the poem