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What is implied by the phrase 'shaking grief' in the poem?
What is implied by the phrase 'shaking grief' in the poem?
Sadness which greatly affects the boy
What does 'epistemology of loss' mean in the context of the poem?
What does 'epistemology of loss' mean in the context of the poem?
Understanding the nature of loss — what it means to lose something
Why does the poet say 'I would not intrude on him'?
Why does the poet say 'I would not intrude on him'?
Because the poet does not want to offer the boy money to buy another ball, implying that the loss is a personal experience that cannot be compensated for
What is suggested by the line 'staring down / All his young days into the harbour where / His ball went…'?
What is suggested by the line 'staring down / All his young days into the harbour where / His ball went…'?
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What does 'in the world of possessions' mean?
What does 'in the world of possessions' mean?
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Do you think the boy has lost anything earlier? What words suggest this?
Do you think the boy has lost anything earlier? What words suggest this?
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What is the boy learning from the loss of the ball, according to the poet?
What is the boy learning from the loss of the ball, according to the poet?
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What does the term 'epistemology' mean?
What does the term 'epistemology' mean?
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What is the significance of the phrase 'a dime' in the poem?
What is the significance of the phrase 'a dime' in the poem?
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What does the poet mean by saying that the boy is 'rigid'?
What does the poet mean by saying that the boy is 'rigid'?
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Study Notes
Stories about Flying
- Two stories about flying: one about a young seagull's first flight, and another about a pilot lost in storm clouds.
- The young seagull is afraid to fly, despite his parents' encouragement and his siblings' successful flights.
- The seagull's fear is overcome when he finally takes the plunge and learns to fly.
The Word "Fly"
- The word "fly" can have different meanings, such as moving quickly or suddenly, becoming suddenly angry, or escaping from a place.
- The word "fly" is used in different contexts, such as flying a flag, flying into rage, or flying high.
Poem about Losing a Ball
- The poem is about a boy who loses his ball and is very upset.
- The poet suggests that the boy is not just upset about losing the ball, but about losing something that held sentimental value.
- The poem explores the theme of loss and the importance of learning to cope with it.
Language and Humor
- The poem uses humor and wordplay to explore the theme of loss.
- The poet takes liberties with language to create a humorous effect.
- Examples of humorous language use include the phrase "noses that run and feet that smell" and the idea of "crocodile tears".
The Importance of Loss
- The poem suggests that losing something is an important part of life and learning to cope with it.
- The boy is learning about the "epistemology of loss", or the understanding of the nature of loss.
- The poem implies that losing something can help us appreciate the value of what we have.
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A young seagull learns to overcome his fear of flying, and a pilot gets lost in storm clouds. How do they navigate their challenges?
