Poem for an Inked Daughter
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What did the author do when they were young that angered their mother?

  • Pierced their ears with a rusty ice pick (correct)
  • Dyed their hair purple
  • Wore a nose ring to Christmas dinner
  • Got a tattoo of a dragon
  • How did the author respond to their mother's disapproval of their pierced ears?

  • By getting a tattoo of a dragon
  • By defiantly wearing dangly earrings and a smirk to Christmas dinner (correct)
  • By apologizing and removing the earrings
  • By cutting their hair short
  • What term did the author's scandalized mother use to refer to the author after the ear-piercing incident?

  • Dirty gypsy (correct)
  • Punk rocker
  • Rebellious child
  • Inconsiderate daughter
  • How does the author describe the relationship between their blood and their daughter's blood?

    <p>As flowing in a long bond like the lines of an intricate tattoo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What symbolizes the unbreakable bond between the author and their daughter in the text?

    <p>The swirling, twisting lines of an intricate intimate tattoo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the author refer to their daughter in the text?

    <p>Gypsy girl</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Author's Youth and Mother's Reaction

    • The author's decision to pierce their ears during youth provoked anger from their mother.
    • Responding to their mother’s disapproval, the author maintained a sense of defiance and independence regarding their personal choices.

    Mother's Terminology and Perception

    • After the ear-piercing incident, the mother referred to the author as a "scandalized" individual, indicating her strong disapproval and shock.

    Blood Relations

    • The author describes a deep and intrinsic connection between their blood and their daughter's blood, emphasizing shared heritage and emotional ties.

    Symbol of Bond

    • A specific element symbolizes the unbreakable bond between the author and their daughter, highlighting the strength of their relationship.

    Terms of Endearment

    • The author affectionately refers to their daughter using a term that reflects warmth and connection, underscoring their close relationship.

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    Test your knowledge on rebellious body modifications and the defiance of societal norms. Explore the history, significance, and cultural impact of piercings and tattoos through this intriguing quiz.

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