Which of the following describes the author’s use of the word “sentenced” in the poem “They Shot Wook Kim”? Select all that appl
y. It conveys both the swiftness and finality of his murder. It makes his murder seem like a decision made in court. It conveys the deliberation and inevitability of his murder. It is ironic because it has connotations of justice and fairness.
The author’s use of the word
“sentenced” in the poem “They Shot Wook Kim” is like this: “Sentenced by the
absence of laughter and love,” Which probably means:
<span>It conveys both the swiftness
and finality of his murder. It conveys the
deliberation and inevitability of his murder. </span>