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प्रश्न
What does the phrase “her barred face identity mask” mean?
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उत्तर
The bird mentioned in the poem has black markings similar to a mask. Looking beyond the physical, it seems to refer to the fact that her family sees her as she truly is. Throughout the day she may wear many masks, however, it is impossible to hide one's true self at the end of the day.
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