Women Questions

Bring on the tough stuff - there’s not just one right answer.

  1. Could this poem be sarcastic at any point? If so, where and how can you tell?
  2. How might you read this poem differently if were written by a man?
  3. How are men portrayed in this poem?
  4. If she were standing in front of you, how would you respond to the speaker's critiques in this poem?
  5. What effect does the poem's use of rhyme have on its message?