erienced by all people, regardless of their cultural background.
Alexie's poem "Sister Fire, Brother Smoke" is concerned with the personal reactions that might occur when a loved one has died in a tragic accident. Specifically, the poem relates to Alexie's feelings following the death of his sister in a fire. "Sister Fire, Brother Smoke" uses various poetic devices, such as rhyme and rhythm, to contribute to its powerful impact. The poem also repeats key phrases throughout, such as "accomplished liar" and "I see my sister in every fire." The repetitive structure of the poem is similar to
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