I wrote a poem about my son - years later it appeared on his exam paper
Poet Emily Cullen was surprised to discover that a poem she wrote about her son seven years ago appeared on his Junior Cycle English exam. The incident, which she described as a once-in-a-lifetime synchronicity, occurred without her prior knowledge.
Why it matters
It highlights the intersection of personal life and standardized testing, illustrating how academic curriculum selections can occasionally create unique, coincidental experiences for families.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Auryn Cox BBC News NI Joe O Shaughnessy/Galway City Tribune Emily Cullen wrote a poem inspired by her son Lee, which appeared on his English exam paper seven years later When Emily Cullen picked up her son after his English exam, she assumed the smile on his face meant things had gone well.
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