Bring on the tough stuff - there’s not just one right answer.
- Is the speaker's message one of inspiration, or just survival? What parts of the poem support your answer?
- For whom should the speaker's heart cheer: God, himself, or both? Why do you think so?
- Is suffering necessary for personal growth? How might the speaker answer this question?
- How does the poem's use of rhyme affect the way you read it?