1. Do you agree with Kipling's message in this poem? Why or why not?Identify which of Kipling's statements is the most meaningful to you and explain why. Is Kipling's advice useful for people today? Why or why not?
Yes, he has a great idea of the kind of guideline that one should follow to be a better person.I am particularly drawn to the line "If you can make one heap of all your winnings And risk it on one turn of pitch-and-toss,And lose, and start again at your beginnings And never breathe a word about your loss." It means that if you can give everything you have and risk it all on one thing and lose, you should never seek pity from others, and you start over with no complaining. There are many times in life where I will be left to take risks that will be very crucial and life changing, but I'll need to be willing to sacrifice and be prepared to face the consequences of my losses.
People everywhere will be faced with challenges and risks which makes this poem suitable for anyone. Situations can be overcome by thinking ahead, and others can not be predicted and that is when chance is the only option left to count on. So when life can be unpredictable and you are left with next to nothing, never stop looking for happiness because you can always start over.
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