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Growing Pains
B. Hawk
Growing up is a part of life
So is growing older
You are forever doing both
All at once, all together
5 Even it's the notion you loathe
The process goes on unnoticed
And unbeknownst to you
You grow a little taller,
A little older,
10 Every moment of the day.
One day, you feel a pulsing pain
In the limb, behind the knee
Cramps in muscles
ACHY, SHAKY!
15 You don’t feel the same.
It’s all a part of life
So, hold your jostle
Let up your strife
Slow down your bustle
20 Play some fife
And watch yourself GROW!!
Question
What mood does the poet portray in the poem?
Responses
A Tense and negativeTense and negative
B Lonely and gloomyLonely and gloomy
C Relaxed and positiveRelaxed and positive
D Funny and imaginaryFunny and imaginary
C Relaxed and positive
To determine the mood that the poet portrays in the poem, we can analyze the tone and the overall feelings conveyed by the words and phrases used. In this case, the poem expresses a combination of both positive and relaxed emotions.
The poet talks about the process of growing up and growing older, highlighting the idea that it is a natural part of life. The opening lines suggest acceptance and an understanding that everyone goes through this process. The words "all at once, all together" and "even if it's the notion you loathe" imply a sense of inevitability and resignation.
Additionally, the second stanza describes the unnoticed growth that occurs every day. The mention of growing taller and older without any negative connotation further supports a positive and relaxed mood.
Furthermore, the use of exclamatory phrases like "Slow down your bustle" and "Play some fife" adds an element of playfulness, contributing to a lighthearted tone.
Based on these observations, the mood that the poet portrays in the poem can be described as relaxed and positive. Therefore, the correct answer is C) Relaxed and positive.