What are the three major themes in the poem Ol' Higue by Mark McWatt?

Answer 1

The Themes for Ol' Higue written by Mark McWatt are:

• Supernatural
• Folklore
• Death
• Women in Society or Gender
• Appearance vs. Reality
• Man vs Self

Answer 2

Well, honey, in "Ol' Higue" by Mark McWatt, the three major themes are identity, power, and the supernatural. The poem explores the complexities of Caribbean identity, the abuse of power, and the eerie presence of the supernatural through the character of the Ol' Higue. So there you have it, darling, those are the juicy themes you can sink your teeth into in this poem.

Answer 3

Ah, the poem "Ol' Higue" by Mark McWatt is a beautiful piece filled with themes of identity, tradition, and transformation. As you read through the lines, you'll see how the poet weaves these themes together like colors on a canvas, creating a rich tapestry of emotions and meanings. Take your time to explore each theme and appreciate the depth and beauty it adds to the poem.

Answer 4

The three major themes in the poem "Ol' Higue" by Mark McWatt are identity, folklore, and the passage of time. The poem explores the complexities of the protagonist's identity as an old higue, a folklore character from Guyanese mythology. It delves into the cultural significance of folklore in shaping individual and collective identities. Additionally, the poem reflects on the inevitability of aging and the ways in which traditions and beliefs evolve over time.

Answer 5

In this poem, the Ol' Higue / soucouyant tells of her frustration with her lifestyle. She does not like the fact that she sometimes has to parade around, in the form of a fireball, without her skin at night. She explains that she has to do this in order to scare people, as well as to acquire baby blood. She explains that she would rather acquire this blood via cooked food, like every-one else. Her worst complaint is the pain of salt, as well as having to count rice grains. She exhibits some regret for her lifestyle but implies that she cannot resist a baby's smell, as well as it's pure blood. The 'newness' of the baby tempts the Ol' Higue, and she cannot resist because she is an old woman who fears death, which can only be avoided by consuming the baby's blood. She affirms her usefulness in the scheme of things, however, by claiming that she provides mothers with a name for their fears (this being the death of a child), as well as some-one to blame when the evil that they wish for their child, in moments of tired frustration, is realized. She implies that she will never die, so long as women keep having babies.

by mrs ramdial

Answer 6

1. SIMILE

Cane-fire has a very distinct quality. It burns very quickly and its presence is felt through it's pungent smell. Therefore, when the Ol' Higue compares herself to cane fire in her fireball state, it implies that she uses a lot of energy quickly, and is very visible.

2. REPETITION

The repetition of the word 'soft' emphasizes the fact that the call of the child's blood has captured and beguiled the Ol' Higue'. She implies that she cannot resist that call.

3. ALLITERATION

This device emphasizes the Ol' Higue's dependence, even addiction, to the sweet blood of the baby.

by MRS. RAMDIAL OF Trinidad and Tobago

Answer 7

the themes in the poem Ana are Childhood experiences, Parental expectations and dreams versus reality

Answer 8

Explain death in Ol' Higue

Answer 9

What is the poetic devices in the poem ol higue

Answer 10

simile, repetition, rhetorical question,