Welcome to your Clown's Wife
What is the primary occupation of the speaker in "Clown's Wife"?
In the poem, what does the speaker reveal about her husband?
How does the speaker feel about her husband's profession?
What does the speaker compare her husband's life to?
Which literary device is prominently used in the poem?
What theme is explored in "Clown's Wife"?
What does the speaker's perspective reveal about societal views on clowns?
How does the juxtaposition of the speaker's domestic life with her husband's performance life create tension in the poem?
In the context of the poem, what does the speaker’s voice reveal about gender roles?
In what way does the poem use contrast?
In "Clown's Wife," which phrase most effectively captures the poet’s commentary on public versus private personas?
What can be inferred about the speaker's future?
How does the speaker perceive her husband's laughter?
What societal expectations are hinted at in the poem?
To what extent does the speaker’s emotional struggle reflect broader societal issues?
What inference can be drawn about the speaker’s view of societal happiness based on her observations of the audience?
How does Agard utilize imagery to convey the complexity of the speaker's emotions?
How does Agard’s use of colloquial language affect the poem’s accessibility and message?
In what way does the poem challenge the stereotype of the clown as merely a source of joy?
How does the juxtaposition of the speaker's domestic life with her husband's performance life create tension in the poem?
What underlying critique does Agard imply about the nature of performance in "Clown's Wife"?
Which literary technique is used when the speaker refers to her husband’s act as a "mask"?
What does the speaker's reflection on her husband's laughter reveal about personal sacrifice in relationships?
