Question

What is the poem New Scholar By Louise Bennett Coverley about?

Answer 1

Answer: The poem is about a Jamaican mom who introduces his kid to his teacher the first day of school, while warning the teacher about his behavior and personality, and how to treat him.

Explanation:

Louise Bennett Coverley wrote this poem about a mom who takes his son on the first day of school. She starts by introducing his child and giving a background of how he was born. She then warns the teacher of how her son commonly misbehaves and informs her that If she hits another boy, he will learn the lesson and obey. This poem portrays an overprotecting mother who is aware of his child's incorrect actions but still asks a soft treatment towards him.