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r The poet is about a ladyǯs feelings concerning her

partner who looks more interested in playing the flute
which seems to be his passion. He is seemingly
oblivious to what is happening to his family, relatives
and friends. The lady feels guilty about imposing on
him.


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r ’amily commitments
r Priorities in life
r Neglect of oneǯs duties
 

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r e should be aware of our family commitments and
carry them out properly.
r Everyone has priorities in, life and we should know
what is important and what is not.
r ’ollowing a hobby is good but there is a time for work
and a time for play.

 

r The poem is the first point of view.
r The person is addressing another person and
describing a situation to him.




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r {hetorical question
r Descriptive and questioning
r Simple style and no rhyme


 
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r Sombre and regretful
r Serious atmosphere



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r [magery Ȃ e.g. Ǯblown by the windǯ, Ǯdepth of my
heartǯ
r Alliteration Ȃ e.g. Ǯfragrance of flowersǯ
r Symbol Ȃ e.g. Ǯfluteǯ, Ǯsongǯ
r {epetition Ȃ e.g. ǮAre you still playing your flute?ǯ
r ’igurative Language Ȃ Metaphor e.g. ǮThe melody
concealed in the slime hollow of bamboo Ȃ
Personification e.g. Ǯsick rice fieldǯ