No, to both. Repost:


Like a simple science project
Saturation unto a string
Or adult’s chalice elect,
Is the nature of this thing.

You may spare the hopper,
With your new hope erected,
Or “rightfully gain copper”
When trials are recollected.


Another hint: line 7 refers to something engrained in U.S. culture, which is why it's in quotes. I see now that a lot of the regulars are not from the U.S. ..You might still have heard what this refers to.