Poem2: “Early Bird” by Shel Silverstein

 

Paraphrase

 

The two first lines mean that if you want to catch what is not easy to have, you have to hurry for that thing. The two last lines mean that if you are not lucky enough to catch what you want, then you have to sleep late to escape the trouble caused by not catching what you need.

 

Attitude

 

This poem explains the importance of getting up early.

 

Shift

There is a shift in line 4 because the phrase becomes negative.

 

 

Opinion

I do not like this poem because there are some negative consequences which I do not want them to apply to my life.

 

Recommendation

I would recommend the poem to be read but not to be lived. It is because it teaches good values.