1. What is the "choice" referred to in the title?
weather they will have to "poison" their daughter or she will do it her self !
2. Is it a real choice? Why/why not? What is the alternative?
Well I wouldn't say a choice but more like a chance, because it could safe her or not.
3. Why does the author use the word poison in the first line?
One, to really drag us (the reader) in, and to give the his actual outlook on the medicine.
4. The author's daughter wants to play with a toy that is intended for older kids. Why? Do you agree with her?
Because she feels as if time is running out for her. I don't really agree with the whole principle of it but it is such a sad sort that I would let her do anything just so she could smile and not think about dying.
5. If you thought you might not live to the age of 30 what would you want to do right now?
Travel, make an amazing will, live everyday to the fullest, and leave this life with a great smile on my face.
6. Under what circumstances does it make sense to endure discomfort--or even force it on a loved one-- in service to a greater/more important cause?
I guess in the cause of death or any other circumstance that would be detrimental to your life.
7. Is suffering a necessary condition of life and love?
It is not necessary but sometimes (like in this case) it is present. The best thing is to just roll with it for the universe will reward you for what you give back it it.
8. Most readers don't share the author's circumstances, but we feel an emotional response to his words. Why?
Because we all have to live with death. It is the one thing that is promised to all life, so in a way we all can have "the feels" for this story.
If you did not know what I meant by "The Feels" Here is a link to a definition !
Link:HERE
Thanks for this, Roman. The link was a nice touch. :) Curious to know more about: (a) what would make your will amazing, and (b) how you would explain "just roll with it" to someone who doesn't get it.
ReplyDeleteI am a very rational person so I know that any money I have after, should be spent or given to all my family or anyone in need. "just roll with it" is a phrase that means to be flexible and be ready to make adjustments as quickly as possible.
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