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Contents Introduction The poem Synopsis Title & Theme Interpretations (poetic forms & structures) Comparative Analysis Conclusion References
Introduction In this guidebook, readers will know the detailed analysis about the poem called “Becoming A Women ” shows the connection between the poem, theme and the poet’s background. This poem provides the deeper meaning of poetic form and the structures that used to beautified the sound an the rhythm in the poem. There is a comparison with another poem in this guidebook that shows the similarities and the differences between those poems that trying to convey the cognate message. (20 August 1946 - 24 June 2005) (20 August 1946 - 24 June 2005) H IL A R Y T H A M Poet’ s Background Born in Klang, Malaysia A Chinese-Malaysian converted to Jewish Received a master's degree in English literature in 1969 from the University of Malaya Published her first book of poems in 1969 Immigrated to the United States in 1971 after her marriage Won second prize in the 1988 Virginia Poetry Prizes and 1990s Paterson Poetry Prize Died at age of 58, in June 2005
Each full moon I curse the tides within my body. I abandoned tradition's rice-paper. I have forgiven the moon since Our children came, spores of sunrise In their new born hands. Each full moon I curse the tides within my body. I abandoned tradition's rice-paper. I have forgiven the moon since Our children came, spores of sunrise In their new born hands. When I was twelve, my mother initiated me into the mysteries of becoming a woman with a pound of rice-paper, the unadvertised kind made from stalks and leaves, the stubble after the harvest. She taught me the art of crumpling, stretching, folding the sheafs inot a likeness of Modess-factoryrejects. When I was twelve, my mother initiated me into the mysteries of becoming a woman with a pound of rice-paper, the unadvertised kind made from stalks and leaves, the stubble after the harvest. She taught me the art of crumpling, stretching, folding the sheafs inot a likeness of Modess-factoryrejects. She taught me the art of crumpling, stretching, folding the sheafs inot a likeness of Modessfactory-rejects. "You will bleed at a special time of the moon." she told me. "Use these to preserve modesty and the secret of your femaleness." Her mother's way she passed to me with the few words she had received at her initiation. She taught me the art of crumpling, stretching, folding the sheafs inot a likeness of Modessfactory-rejects. "You will bleed at a special time of the moon." she told me. "Use these to preserve modesty and the secret of your femaleness." Her mother's way she passed to me with the few words she had received at her initiation.
Synopsis Hilary Tham's "Becoming A Woman" features the getting of maternal insight from the women who are going through it. This poem presents a different portrait of the progress from childhood to adulthood. Becoming A Woman is a transitional experience that begins with early puberty and ends with a woman's first period. A young lady or a girl grows and changes the way to prepare to be able to get a child. These changes will occur in specific stages. Gender representation of females takes place in this poem. The poet tells the story of her own experiences in becoming a woman. After all, it is necessary for a girl to go through this stage, becoming a woman, and there is someone called a mother to show her child how a girl changes to a woman through her own experience and from her late mother told her. Then, it turns into a woman's capability, of the incredible responsibilities to carry out from the generation that men can't do like giving birth. It's an honour for a woman to give birth and a becomes the mother. Their responsibilities are to tell their child, particularly girls on becoming a woman.
TTaarrggeett Women Teenagers Students The target readers of this guidebook are: These three readers are targeted because it is important to learn about the menstruation in our young age. They should understand the pain and the struggles of it. It teaches the proper menstrual processes and the responsibilities of a women in her life. By reading this poem, the reader came to know about the deeper meaning of the menstruation and the struggles of a women in her life. These three readers are targeted because it is important to learn about the menstruation in our young age. They should understand the pain and the struggles of it. It teaches the proper menstrual processes and the responsibilities of a women in her life. By reading this poem, the reader came to know about the deeper meaning of the menstruation and the struggles of a women in her life. R e a d e r s
Title Theme &
We can guess some of the content of the specific written article by reading the title. However, the readers could also get confused as they may believe it to be something pertaining to society, like the woman's path since childhood, among other things. Most likely, readers will perceive the poem as concerning a woman's obligations at home, at the office, etc. But it wasn't that intended by poet Hillary Tham. However, for those who are genuinely passionate about poetry simply reading the title will give them a general impression of the poetry. Since they are accustomed to it and may be familiar with the title's words, they were recognisable, which is woman. and they are able to relate to them effortlessly. In addition, the title is also extremely simple and easy to comprehend. The poem depicts the narrative of the 12-year-old persona a 12 year-old girl who discovers and studies her mother's menstrual cycle. Therefore, the persona is unwilling to interact with every full moon's menstrual cycle, which is every month, where she constantly feels uneasy. Finally, the persona comprehends and is aware that she must experience the menstrual cycle, and then, appreciates being able to have a child. We can guess some of the content of the specific written article by reading the title. However, the readers could also get confused as they may believe it to be something pertaining to society, like the woman's path since childhood, among other things. Most likely, readers will perceive the poem as concerning a woman's obligations at home, at the office, etc. But it wasn't that intended by poet Hillary Tham. However, for those who are genuinely passionate about poetry simply reading the title will give them a general impression of the poetry. Since they are accustomed to it and may be familiar with the title's words, they were recognisable, which is woman. and they are able to relate to them effortlessly. In addition, the title is also extremely simple and easy to comprehend. The poem depicts the narrative of the 12-year-old persona a 12 year-old girl who discovers and studies her mother's menstrual cycle. Therefore, the persona is unwilling to interact with every full moon's menstrual cycle, which is every month, where she constantly feels uneasy. Finally, the persona comprehends and is aware that she must experience the menstrual cycle, and then, appreciates being able to have a child. Literal Meaning
In this poetry, the mother describes the cycle of the menstrual cycle, which all women encounter at some point in their lives. However, the character occasionally feels dislikes and finds uncomfortable the menstrual cycle, where she must put up with the discomfort, cramps, and other symptoms. Finally, the persona acknowledges her error and learned that every woman benefits from the menstrual cycle, and appreciates having children, which is an ability that only women have that women are able to do. Meaning Metaphorical Becoming a Woman," a poetry depicts the poet's experience when her first menstruation came. She emphasizes her feelings to express crucial information about the menstruation cycle. Additionally, each woman can connect to this as they transition from becoming a teenager to a woman experiencing her period process. The writing in this poem is excellent, and it will undoubtedly have an impact on all women, particularly the teenagers involved generation. due to the present generation of adolescents can relate when they read this poetry, to themselves.
Coming of ages Adolescent changes Motherhood Menstruation to Pregnancy
Here are some additional in-depth explanations and connections between the ideas of this poem and its title, which is "Becoming a Woman." This poem speaks foritself simply on the title alone. Coming of age and adolescent changes are the initial themes. The persona is moving into the next phase of herlife, which is adulthood, which is how the theme and title are related. A woman's body will undergo some modifications throughout that stage.
The next theme would be motherhood. The theme and title are linked since the persona's mothertaught her all she knows about menstruation, including hygiene. The first three stanzas describe what she told her daughter about menstruation. As a mother, she teaches her child about the menstrual cycle, which she must go through every full moon. Menstruation to pregnancy would be the last theme. The connection between the theme and the title is that the poem undoubtedly appreciates the process of menstruation, as it helps women to be prepared and fully acknowledge what is a healthy pregnancy and how it is related with menstruation. At the end, the persona realises that menstruation is blessing for all woman because it allows woman to carry a child in their womb which is solely a thing that woman can do and no one else.
INTERPRETATION BY STANZA stanza 1 When I was twelve, my mother initiated me into the mysteries of becoming a woman with a pound of rice-paper, the unadvertised kind made from stalks and leaves, the stubble after the harvest. When I was twelve, my mother initiated me into the mysteries of becoming a woman with a pound of rice-paper, the unadvertised kind made from stalks and leaves, the stubble after the harvest. Meaning In the first stanza, the character strives to convey that her mother possessed a profoundunderstanding of the rites of passage and the onset of early puberty. The mother imparts age-old wisdom by gifting her daughter traditional white papers and instructs her on crafting sanitary napkins from natural materials. This excerpt showcases the mother's traditional knowledge and how she imparts it to her daughter. In the first stanza, the character strives to convey that her mother possessed a profoundunderstanding of the rites of passage and the onset of early puberty. The mother imparts age-old wisdom by gifting her daughter traditional white papers and instructs her on crafting sanitary napkins from natural materials. This excerpt showcases the mother's traditional knowledge and how she imparts it to her daughter.
stanza 2 The author's mother teaches her in this stanza demonstrating to the child proper stretching techniques. To make them more comfy, stretch and fold them and comfortable for women. The author's mother teaches her in this stanza demonstrating to the child proper stretching techniques. To make them more comfy, stretch and fold them and comfortable for women. Meaning She taught me the art of crumpling, stretching, folding the sheafs into a likeness of Modess-factoryrejects. She taught me the art of crumpling, stretching, folding the sheafs into a likeness of Modess-factoryrejects.
stanza 3 "You will bleed at a special time of the moon." she told me. "Use these to preserve modesty and the secret of your femaleness." "You will bleed at a special time of the moon." she told me. "Use these to preserve modesty and the secret of your femaleness." Meaning In this stanza, the writer's mother elucidates the intricacies of puberty and the precise timing of menstruation. Through this explanation, readers can infer that menstruation is a monthly phenomenon synchronized with a specific lunar cycle. To maintain personal hygiene and safeguard the confidentiality of feminine matters, the author advocates the utilization of sanitary napkins. In this stanza, the writer's mother elucidates the intricacies of puberty and the precise timing of menstruation. Through this explanation, readers can infer that menstruation is a monthly phenomenon synchronized with a specific lunar cycle. To maintain personal hygiene and safeguard the confidentiality of feminine matters, the author advocates the utilization of sanitary napkins.
stanza 4 Her mother ’s way she passed to me with the few words she had received at her initiation Her mother ’s way she passed to me with the few words she had received at her initiation Meaning The speaker inherited a certain way of life or perspective from her mother. Thistransfer occurred through the limitedwords her mother gained during her initiation, implying a significant and perhaps ritualistic event where she acquired essential knowledge or values.It highlights the intergenerational transmission or wisdom or traditions. The speaker inherited a certain way of life or perspective from her mother. Thistransfer occurred through the limitedwords her mother gained during her initiation, implying a significant and perhaps ritualistic event where she acquired essential knowledge or values.It highlights the intergenerational transmission or wisdom or traditions.
stanza 5 Each full moon I curse the tides within my body. I abandoned tradition's rice-paper. Each full moon I curse the tides within my body. I abandoned tradition's rice-paper. Meaning In this stanza, the poet stated that she did fatigue and loathe menstruation. She ceased using the traditional white paper that her mother gave her. She denied it even her mother gave her the period instructions In this stanza, the poet stated that she did fatigue and loathe menstruation. She ceased using the traditional white paper that her mother gave her. She denied it even her mother gave her the period instructions
stanza 6 Since the birth of our children, I have ceased to harbor resentment towards the moon. Their arrival ushered in a new dawn, with the promise of a brighter future. Since the birth of our children, I have ceased to harbor resentment towards the moon. Their arrival ushered in a new dawn, with the promise of a brighter future. In this stanza, the author admits herown foolishness in not respecting hermenstrual phase in adulthood. As stated in the stanza, the author forgives herself after becoming a mother. In this stanza, the author admits herown foolishness in not respecting hermenstrual phase in adulthood. As stated in the stanza, the author forgives herself after becoming a mother. Meaning
Poetic Forms & Structure Poetic Forms & Structure The meaning & Imageof Words
For example, in the lines: "You will bleed at a special time of the moon." "Each full moon I cursed the tides within my body." "I have forgiven the moon since our children came..." The repetition of "moon" highlights the changing relationship between the character and her understanding of womanhood and motherhood in relation to the lunar cycle. This repetition contributes to the overall thematic development of the poem. For example, in the lines: "You will bleed at a special time of the moon." "Each full moon I cursed the tides within my body." "I have forgiven the moon since our children came..." The repetition of "moon" highlights the changing relationship between the character and her understanding of womanhood and motherhood in relation to the lunar cycle. This repetition contributes to the overall thematic development of the poem. In this poem, the repetition of the word "moon" is an example of this literary device. The word "moon" appears multiple times throughout the poem, and it is significant because it is linked to the cycles of womanhood and menstruation. The moon represents the monthly cycle, and its repetition underscores the theme of female rites of passage and the changes in the character's perception of the moon from a source of frustration to one of forgiveness and new beginnings In this poem, the repetition of the word "moon" is an example of this literary device. The word "moon" appears multiple times throughout the poem, and it is significant because it is linked to the cycles of womanhood and menstruation. The moon represents the monthly cycle, and its repetition underscores the theme of female rites of passage and the changes in the character's perception of the moon from a source of frustration to one of forgiveness and new beginnings Repetition
"I cursed the tides within my body." "I abandoned tradition's rice-paper." "I have forgiven the moon since our children came..." Anaphora is a literary device where a word or phrase is repeated at the beginning of successive clauses or sentences. In the poem, there is an example of anaphora in the use of the word "I" at the beginning of multiple lines. Here's an example: 1. 2. 3. In these lines, the repetition of "I" at the beginning of each line emphasizes the personal experience and emotions of the speaker, creating a sense of introspection and self-reflection. This anaphoric use of "I" is a poetic device that contributes to the overall thematic development of the poem. "I cursed the tides within my body." "I abandoned tradition's rice-paper." "I have forgiven the moon since our children came..." Anaphora is a literary device where a word or phrase is repeated at the beginning of successive clauses or sentences. In the poem, there is an example of anaphora in the use of the word "I" at the beginning of multiple lines. Here's an example: 1. 2. 3. In these lines, the repetition of "I" at the beginning of each line emphasizes the personal experience and emotions of the speaker, creating a sense of introspection and self-reflection. This anaphoric use of "I" is a poetic device that contributes to the overall thematic development of the poem. It is a unit of language that divides the poem. Stanza 1: 5 lines Stanza 2: 3 lines Stanza 3: 5 lines Stanza 4: 3 lines Stanza 5: 3 lines Stanza 6: 3 lines It is a unit of language that divides the poem. Stanza 1: 5 lines Stanza 2: 3 lines Stanza 3: 5 lines Stanza 4: 3 lines Stanza 5: 3 lines Stanza 6: 3 lines Anaphora
Line Stanza It is a unit of language that divides the poem. Stanza 1: 5 lines Stanza 2: 3 lines Stanza 3: 5 lines Stanza 4: 3 lines Stanza 5: 3 lines Stanza 6: 3 lines It is a unit of language that divides the poem. Stanza 1: 5 lines Stanza 2: 3 lines Stanza 3: 5 lines Stanza 4: 3 lines Stanza 5: 3 lines Stanza 6: 3 lines Stanza is a group of lines forming the basic recurring metrical unit in a poem. In the poem, there are 6 stanzas in total. Stanza is a group of lines forming the basic recurring metrical unit in a poem. In the poem, there are 6 stanzas in total.
Stanza 6: children came Stanza 1: unadvertised kind, stalks and leaves Stanza 2: crumpling, stretching, folding Stanza 3: use these, reserve modesty, special time Stanza 4: None Stanza 5: abandoned tradition’s Stanza 6: children came Stanza 1: unadvertised kind, stalks and leaves Stanza 2: crumpling, stretching, folding Stanza 3: use these, reserve modesty, special time Stanza 4: None Stanza 5: abandoned tradition’s Assonance Is used when vowel sounds are repeated. Is used when vowel sounds are repeated.
Alliteration is the presence of the same letter or sounds at the start of words that are very close to one another Example : I have forgiven the moon since our children came, spores of sunrise in their new born hands Alliteration is the presence of the same letter or sounds at the start of words that are very close to one another Example : I have forgiven the moon since our children came, spores of sunrise in their new born hands A single unit of speech sound as written or spoken. Stanza 1 : 13,13,12,9,5 Stanza 2 : 8,8,11 Stanza 3 : 3,8,5,10,5 Stanza 4 : 8,8,7 Stanza 5 : 7,9,7 Stanza 6 : 8,8,5 A single unit of speech sound as written or spoken. Stanza 1 : 13,13,12,9,5 Stanza 2 : 8,8,11 Stanza 3 : 3,8,5,10,5 Stanza 4 : 8,8,7 Stanza 5 : 7,9,7 Stanza 6 : 8,8,5 Alliteration Syllable
Rhythm Rhyme Scheme Rhyme Scheme STANZA 6 - A , B , C Rhyme in a poem is the repetition of syllables, typically at the end of a verse line. Rhymed words conventionally share all sounds following the word's last stressed syllable. Rhyme scheme used : STNZA 1 - A , B , C , D STANZA 2 - A , B , C STANZA 3 - A ,B , C , D , E STANZA 4 - A , B , C STANZA 5 - A , B , C STANZA 6 - A , B , C Rhyme in a poem is the repetition of syllables, typically at the end of a verse line. Rhymed words conventionally share all sounds following the word's last stressed syllable. Rhyme scheme used : STNZA 1 - A , B , C , D STANZA 2 - A , B , C STANZA 3 - A ,B , C , D , E STANZA 4 - A , B , C STANZA 5 - A , B , C The first line in the first stanza represents the tetrameter. The beat of the poem consists of unstressed and stressed syllables, which can be only measured by a meter. IAMBIC TETRAMETER A stanza in a tetrameter has four metrical feet in it. In this poem, arguably, aall stanzas consists of a tetrameter in every line. For example, “When I was twelve , my mother initiated me” The first line in the first stanza represents the tetrameter. The beat of the poem consists of unstressed and stressed syllables, which can be only measured by a meter. IAMBIC TETRAMETER A stanza in a tetrameter has four metrical feet in it. In this poem, arguably, aall stanzas consists of a tetrameter in every line. For example, “When I was twelve , my mother initiated me”
Poetic Forms & Structure Poetic Forms & Structure Technical Aspects & Sounds
A non-living item is used as a figure of speech to express an idea or anything that has been given human emotions or characteristics. Example : In stanza 1: my mother initiated me into (the mysteries) of becoming a woman with a pound of rice-paper, In stanza 5: cursed (the tides) within my body. In stanza 6: I have forgiven (the moon) since our children came, spores of sunrise in their newborn hands A non-living item is used as a figure of speech to express an idea or anything that has been given human emotions or characteristics. Example : In stanza 1: my mother initiated me into (the mysteries) of becoming a woman with a pound of rice-paper, In stanza 5: cursed (the tides) within my body. In stanza 6: I have forgiven (the moon) since our children came, spores of sunrise in their newborn hands Personification
In a simile, two unconnected objects are compared. Similes make use of conjunctions such "like," "and," and "as." In a simile, two unconnected objects are compared. Similes make use of conjunctions such "like," "and," and "as." Modess-factory-rejects.” Example : In stanza 2 : “(likeness) of Modess-factory-rejects.” Example : In stanza 2 : “(likeness) of Simile
The term "tone" in literature pertains to the emotional ambiance shaped by an author's vocabulary and how a text can stir distinct feelings in its readers. The tone chosen by a poem's author has the potential to trigger a wide spectrum of emotions and viewpoints. Upon encountering phrases such as "I cursed the tides" in the fifth stanza and "I have forgiven the moon since our children came, spores of sunrise in their newborn hands" in the sixth verse, readers are promptly attuned to the prevailing tone. The term "tone" in literature pertains to the emotional ambiance shaped by an author's vocabulary and how a text can stir distinct feelings in its readers. The tone chosen by a poem's author has the potential to trigger a wide spectrum of emotions and viewpoints. Upon encountering phrases such as "I cursed the tides" in the fifth stanza and "I have forgiven the moon since our children came, spores of sunrise in their newborn hands" in the sixth verse, readers are promptly attuned to the prevailing tone. At the start, the author's emotional state is one of anger, but by the conclusion of the poem, it has evolved into a state of realization. This transition becomes evident to readers through a significant change in tone from stanza 5, where the author expresses, "I cursed the tides. I abandoned...", to stanza 6, where they declare, "I have forgiven the moon since our children came, spores of sunrise in their newborn hands." This shift in emotional perspective is observable as the poem unfolds. At the start, the author's emotional state is one of anger, but by the conclusion of the poem, it has evolved into a state of realization. This transition becomes evident to readers through a significant change in tone from stanza 5, where the author expresses, "I cursed the tides. I abandoned...", to stanza 6, where they declare, "I have forgiven the moon since our children came, spores of sunrise in their newborn hands." This shift in emotional perspective is observable as the poem unfolds. Tone Mood
As for hyperbole, there is an exaggerated expression in the line “ Each full moon i curse the tides within my body”. Here, the speaker is likely using hyperbole to convey the intensity of her emotions or experiences related to menstruation. The phrase “curse the tides within my body” is a poetic exaggeration to emphasize the challenges or discomfort associated with this natural process. As for hyperbole, there is an exaggerated expression in the line “ Each full moon i curse the tides within my body”. Here, the speaker is likely using hyperbole to convey the intensity of her emotions or experiences related to menstruation. The phrase “curse the tides within my body” is a poetic exaggeration to emphasize the challenges or discomfort associated with this natural process. As for irony, it lies in the contrast between the traditional teachings passed down from the mother regarding the use of rice paper to preserve modesty during menstruation and the speaker’s eventual abandonment of this tradition. The irony deepens when the speaker, who once cursed the moon and rejected traditions, finds solace and joy in her children, described as “spores of sunrise in their newborn hands”. It reflects a shift from the nurturing stance, creating a poignant twist in the narrative. As for irony, it lies in the contrast between the traditional teachings passed down from the mother regarding the use of rice paper to preserve modesty during menstruation and the speaker’s eventual abandonment of this tradition. The irony deepens when the speaker, who once cursed the moon and rejected traditions, finds solace and joy in her children, described as “spores of sunrise in their newborn hands”. It reflects a shift from the nurturing stance, creating a poignant twist in the narrative. Hyperbole Irony
Metaphor Imagery A metaphor is a figure of speech that describes an object or action in a way that isn't literally true, but helps explain an idea or make a comparison. A metaphor is a figure of speech that describes an object or action in a way that isn't literally true, but helps explain an idea or make a comparison. "I curse the tides within my body." The metaphor in this statement is the comparison of the body's natural menstruation cycles (tides) to something cursed. This represents a deeper emotional or physical struggle, and it conveys a sense of pain or frustration with these body changes during the period of the full moon. "I curse the tides within my body." The metaphor in this statement is the comparison of the body's natural menstruation cycles (tides) to something cursed. This represents a deeper emotional or physical struggle, and it conveys a sense of pain or frustration with these body changes during the period of the full moon. Imagery is a literary device used in poetry, novels, and other writing that uses vivid description that appeals to a readers' senses to create an image or idea in their head. Imagery is a literary device used in poetry, novels, and other writing that uses vivid description that appeals to a readers' senses to create an image or idea in their head. The vivid description of the events performed in the statement creates imagery. The reader may imagine crumpling, stretching, and folding the sheaves. This produces a mental sensory image, allowing the reader to see and even feel the actual acts described. The vivid description of the events performed in the statement creates imagery. The reader may imagine crumpling, stretching, and folding the sheaves. This produces a mental sensory image, allowing the reader to see and even feel the actual acts described.
Comparative Analysis Becoming A Women by Hilary Tham Praise of Menstruation by Lucille Clifton
Praise of Menstruation
Connection between natural cycles The feminine experience, and the passage of knowledge from one generation to another. The river and rice - paper serve as powerful symbols that transcend individual experiences, reflecting broader aspects of life and womanhood. SIMILARITIES Aspects of femininity Both poems explore the metaphorical significance of a river in relation to aspects of life and femininity. In the 2nd poem, the river symbolized different qualities such as beauty, faithfulness, bravery, and ancientness. Both poem explains about the menstruation and feelings as a women. Motherhood Similarly, the first poem uses the metaphor of a pound of rice - paper to convey the initiation into womanhood. The rice - paper becomes a symbol of modesty and the secret of femininity. The reference to bleeding at a special time of the moon aligns with the cyclical theme seen in the second poem. The rejection of tradition’s rice - paper signifies a departure from conventional expectations, and the narrator finds a new perspective through motherhood.
Differences There are difference about the menstruation in these poems. In the first poem called ‘Becoming A Woman’ the poet describes that how a girl will go through the pain and discomfort by the Menstruation but in the second poem called ‘In Praise Of Menstruation’ the poet describes how beautiful and powerful the menstruation is. The poet normalize the menses. Poem called ‘Becoming A Women’ portrays the poet herself in the poem as she shared her experience that she had gone through but in the poem called “In Praise Of Menstruation’ it portrays all women that had their menstruation cycle. In the poem called ‘Becoming A Women’ is more to the Chinese tradition but in the poem called ‘In Praise Of Menstruation’ the poet did talk about the Christian beliefs.
To conclude, this guidebook explained a lot to gain our knowledge. It helps us to understand the elements in the poem such as interpretation, poem analysis, figurative language and comparative analysis. It helps the students literacy. Poetry is also connected to the aesthetics or the exploration of what beautiful in the world. Poetry teaches us how to live in this world full of struggles and happiness. As for the poem called ‘ Becoming A Women’ teaches us the feminism and the struggles of a women during the menstruation. It shows the phrases that faced by girl or a women. At last, this guidebook teaches the students to improve their language skills, create awareness and sparks their creative thinking too. Conclusion
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