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Unseen Poetry — Not It

The question was on how the writer presents being alone through the game of hide and seek.

I argued that loneliness is initially presented as something frightening and psychologically overwhelming, before later becoming something emotionally isolating and creating the feeling of being left out and having no one to talk to and finally something that can potentially be accepted or overcome. I interpreted the game of hide and seek allegorically, suggesting it symbolises the transition from childhood into adulthood and the emotional struggles, insecurities and doubts that accompany growing up.

In my first paragraph, I analysed the dark imagery in “left behind to count down in the dark” and argued that it presents loneliness as frightening and connected to fear of the unknown. I also explored the recurring “day turns to night” imagery, suggesting it symbolises both the loss of light reinforcing the fear associated with alone but it also universalises the fear felt by people through the transition from childhood into adulthood, as the cyclical movement from day to night mirrors experiences every person goes through and reflects how loneliness becomes an unavoidable part of growing up.

In my second paragraph, I argued that the poem shifts from fear of being alone to emotional entrapment and isolation. I analysed “without a hiding spot” as a metaphor for lacking a place or person to find emotional comfort and security, leaving the speaker psychologically trapped and vulnerable. I also discussed the image of “grown-up clothes that don’t quite fit” as symbolising emotional discomfort, alienation and difficulty adapting to adulthood, almost suggesting the speaker feels emotionally out of place within the adult world. I linked this to the enjambment, arguing that the fast-moving pace reflects the speaker’s desperation to fit in, avoid isolation and escape the psychological pressure of being alone.

In my final paragraph, I analysed the cyclical structure of the poem, beginning and ending with “Not It”, and argued that loneliness is presented as a constant cycle within life. However, I suggested the contrasting image of the grown-up clothes finally ‘fitting’ implies acceptance, emotional maturity and personal growth, while no longer being “the seeker” symbolises overcoming isolation and fear. I concluded by arguing that the poet ultimately suggests the cycle of fearing loneliness and being alone can be broken through self-realisation, emotional maturity and acceptance.

Poetry Comparison — If— and Blessing

The question was on the different ways the poems present positive feelings.

In my first paragraph, I focused on the differences between the poems. I argued that in If—, Kipling presents positive feelings as something which must be earned through self-mastery, perseverance and Victorian stoicism rather than something immediately experienced. I analysed the personification of “Triumph and Disaster” and argued that by presenting them as “two impostors”, Kipling suggests emotional fulfilment comes from remaining mentally disciplined and emotionally controlled regardless of success or failure. I linked this to the idea that positive feelings in the poem are achieved through resilience, emotional restraint and perseverance rather than temporary pleasure or emotional excitement. I also talked about the humility aspect and talked about that. Also talked about anaphora of if creating a reflective tone etc which mirrors the fathers advice.

I then contrasted this with Blessing, where I argued that positive emotions are presented as becoming greatly intensified and appreciated because of the community’s prior experiences of scarcity and deprivation. I focused on the first two lines and also on how the sudden arrival of water temporarily transforms the community emotionally because of how deprived they previously were. I also analysed the enjambment and flowing structure, arguing that it creates a frantic and overwhelming tone which reflects both the desperation of the community and how rare moments of happiness become emotionally amplified because of their suffering and scarcity.

In my second paragraph, I explored the similarities between the poems by arguing that both poets ultimately present true fulfilment and happiness as something connected to long-term longevity and security rather than temporary solutions or short-term material comfort. For If—, I analysed the final lines about “the Earth and everything that’s in it” becoming yours, but argued that “you’ll be a Man, my son!” is presented as the more important reward, suggesting fulfilment comes from long-term emotional maturity, self mastery and and long term discipline rather than material ownership. I also analysed the enjambment and continuous flowing structure, arguing that it reflects the need for constant perseverance and ongoing self-discipline in order to achieve fulfilment.

For Blessing, I focused on the juxtaposition between the excitement surrounding the water and the recurring imagery of poverty in the final stanza, suggesting the happiness is only temporary because the deeper issue of deprivation still remains unresolved. I argued that the breaking of the pipe offers temporary emotional relief rather than true or permanent happiness, therefore both poems ultimately suggest that genuine fulfilment cannot come from temporary material satisfaction alone.

Of Mice and Men

The question was on how Steinbeck presents George as a caring person.

I argued that Steinbeck presents George and Lennie’s relationship as unusual in order to criticize the selfish and capitalist society of Great Depression America, where genuine companionship is made difficult by the harsh lives of itinerant workers and a culture of disposability and isolation. I explored the animal imagery surrounding Lennie, particularly the parallels with the mice, Candy’s dog and the repeated bear imagery, and suggested a Darwinian interpretation where Lennie’s death becomes inevitable within a society shaped by ideas similar to survival of the fittest. I linked this to how Steinbeck presents vulnerable people as disposable within capitalist America and how he criticizes it.

I then argued that George’s care is also presented as flawed and conflicted, as his frustration and desire for freedom are shaped by capitalist social structures which normalise emotional detachment and shallow lifestyles centred around alcohol and brothels rather than genuine human connection. I explored how George’s moments of frustration towards Lennie are not presented as simple cruelty but as a product of the emotional pressure and isolation created by the society they live in.

In my third paragraph, I argued that George’s care is presented as initially tragically futile, as despite his sacrifices it ultimately fails to achieve the dream of “living off the fatta the lan’” and instead results in Lennie’s death, although Steinbeck ironically still offers a slight sense of hope through Lennie partially achieving the dream by finally possessing his own “piece of land”, which symbolically becomes his grave. I also explored how Steinbeck uses this tragic irony to criticise the society and economic conditions which make genuine dreams and companionship almost impossible to sustain.

In my final paragraph, I discussed how the failure of George’s care for Lennie, ultimately resulting in his death, links to the Friday–Sunday structural parallels and religious and reversal imagery. I argued that Steinbeck may deliberately reverse Christian ideas of resurrection and hope in order to criticise the illusion of relying on religion within such a hopeless and broken society rather than individuals being proactive themselves. I linked this to how Lennie begins a new life at the ranch on Friday and dies on Sunday, which I compared to the Bible where Jesus is crucified on Friday and resurrected on Sunday.