Question

Explanation of 3rd stanza

Answer 1

The poem “If” by Rudyard Kipling has a timeless appeal as the poet conveys wisdom from father to son.  Written in 1895, the poem has enjoyed popularity since it was first published.  The poem would be labeled as didactic since its purpose is to impart wisdom to the reader.

Kipling offers insight through concrete illustrations of what a person should do in specific situations.  The choices that a man makes will reflect on his character....