Question 1: What is the central theme of the summary provided for 'Tissue'?

Answer: The fragility and power of human constructs and societal influences.

Question 2: Identify one literary device used in the phrase 'the paper thins' and explain its effect.

Answer: Imagery; it emphasizes the fragility and delicacy of societal structures.

Question 3: Multiple Choice: Which of the following best represents the poet's view of societal power?

Answer: b) Fragile and susceptible to change

Question 4: Explain how the imagery of 'maps' contributes to the poem’s message about power.

Answer: It suggests that even borders and territories are temporary and fragile, highlighting the unstable nature of political power.

Question 5: Identify and describe the technique used in the phrase 'a story, a history'.

Answer: Repetition; it emphasizes the importance of narrative in shaping societal perceptions of power.

Question 6: Analyze how the phrase 'the paper thins' symbolizes societal vulnerability.

Answer: It symbolizes the delicate and fragile nature of societal structures, suggesting that what appears strong can easily be broken or changed. The thinning paper reflects the precariousness of authority and human constructs.

Question 7: Describe a literary device present in the phrase 'story, a history' and discuss its significance.

Answer: Repetition; it highlights how narratives shape societal understanding and reinforce power structures.

Question 8: Creative Writing Prompt: Write a short poem (about 10 lines) exploring the idea that 'power is fragile as tissue.' Use imagery and metaphor to express your thoughts.

Answer: Student's creative response

Question 9: List three symbols used in the poem and explain what each represents.

Answer: Paper/tissue symbolizing fragility; maps representing borders and political boundaries; stories/histories denoting narratives that shape perceptions of power.