Read the following poem carefully and answer the questions that follow: We are all dying, the old man said, and the young ones nodded as if they understood. But the baobab stands still, rooted in the red earth, whispering to the wind what the ancestors knew. We are all dying, yet the river runs on, carrying our songs to the sea that forgets nothing. (a) What is the central theme of this poem? (3 marks) (b) Identify and comment on TWO poetic devices used by the poet in this poem. (6 marks) (c) How does the poet use nature to convey his message? Illustrate your answer with specific references to the poem. (6 marks)