Author
Who is the author?
Fatimah Asghar
How many literary techniques did our group present in our project?
2: Repetition and Metaphor
Sikh
Indian religion that originated in the Punjab region of the Indian subcontinent
Where is the author from? (What is her cultural background)
Fatimah is Pakistani
Why does Fatimah use the phrase "my people my people" multiple time throughout the story?
This is because she emphasizes on the fact that her people are united by religion and culture. They are not just any type of people but that they are specifically coming from the same background as her and that they are her guide in every way
Sari
Is a South Asian garment made out of an unstitched drape wrapped around the waist, one end hanging over the shoulder, and the other parting across the stomach.
Why does Fatimah consider her self as an orphan?
Because both of her parents died when she was 5
What does the compass represent when stating "my people my people I can't be lost when I see you my compass is brown & gold & blood my compass as muslim teenager" (Lines 22-25)
The compass represents her people who guide her when she feels lost.
Khala
Aunt
Which University did Fatimah attend?
Brown University
What is the definition of repetition and why is it used?
Repetition refers to the use of the same word or phrase multiple times. The most common method of establishing a pattern through rhythm is repetition. Repetition helps to build meaning.
Azan
The Muslim call to ritual prayer
Besides a being a poet, what other career's does Fatimah persue?
She is also a film-maker, educator, and performer
What does the term "constellations" mean when stating "my people I follow you like constellations we hear glass smashing the street...We've survived the long years yet to come I see you map my sky the light you lantern long ahead & I follow I follow"
This is all one big metaphor. She see's her people as stars that help/guide her whenever something gets difficult or whenever she feels disconnected from herself.
Mashallah
Express a feeling of awe or beauty