Answer the following questions in good and complete sentences that would reflect a precise
and deep understanding of the poem.
1. What is the “jackhammer syndrome” as described by the author?
2. What life strategy is described in this poem?
3. What activity is this poem about?
4. Why is there no punctuation in this poem? What effect does this create?
5. How would you describe the tone of this poem? Nostalgic, humorous, angry, or
self-deprecating?
