appreciation-of-poem-truth-1

 

3.3 - Appreciation of the Poem - Truth

Introduction:
The poem Truth by Barrie Wade highlights the deep impact of words on a person’s mind and heart. While physical wounds caused by sticks or stones may heal, the wounds caused by harsh or hurtful words leave lasting scars in memory.

• The title of the poem is Truth.

• The poet of the poem is Barrie Wade.

• The central idea of the poem is that words are powerful; they can hurt more deeply than physical pain and leave scars on the heart and mind.

• The poem gives us the message that we should be careful with our words, as they can heal or harm someone forever.

• The rhyme scheme of the poem is irregular.

• Figures of speech used in the poem are metaphor, alliteration, personification, and imagery.

• The line I like the most is “It’s words that I remember” because it shows how unforgettable the effect of words can be.