TED-Ed: To Make Use of Water by Safia Elhillo

The poem 'to make use of water' explores themes of language, memory, cultural identity, and the immigrant experience. It reflects on the challenges of navigating multiple languages and the longing for home. The narrative delves into family health issues and cultural perceptions, highlighting the complexities of identity and belonging in a new land.

What is the main theme explored in the beginning of the poem 'To Make Use of Water'?

• The concept of time

• The importance of family

• The struggle with language and memory

• The beauty of nature

In the poem, what does the speaker use to illustrate cultural differences?

• A family dinner

• A traditional dance

• The grandfather's eye condition

• A childhood memory

What does the speaker express a desire for in the final section of the poem?

• To forget the past

• To travel the world

• To return home

• To learn a new language

What privilege does the speaker reflect on in the context of migration?

• Having a large family

• Owning a house

• Having a blue American passport

• Being fluent in multiple languages

What does the speaker question about the journey to their current location?

• The cost of travel

• The time it took

• The losses endured to arrive

• The people they met