Quotes & Techniques
What is the technique called when you repeat a word phrase more than once?
Repetition
What offensive label is the poem criticising?
“Half-caste”
What poetic technique is “Explain yuself” an example of?
Repetition.
Why does Agard tell the reader to “explain yuself”?
To make them reflect on the meaning and harm of the label.
Which technique is shown when Agard describes offering “half-a-hand”?
Hyperbole
What is the poem’s main message about identity?
Identity is whole, not “half,” and labels are unfair.
Find ONE example of imagery in the poem.
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How does the poem challenge stereotypes?
By flipping the idea of “mixing” and showing it in art, weather, music.
How does Agard use tone to express frustration?
Through demanding questions, repetition, and sarcastic comparisons.
Why does Agard end with “I will tell yu the other half of my story”?
To show the reader must come with an open mind before judging him.
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