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Define diction.
Word choice used by an author to convey tone and meaning.
Define syntax.
Sentence structure; arrangement of words and phrases.
What is imagery?
Language that appeals to the five senses.
Define figures of speech.
Words/phrases used non-literally for rhetorical effect.
What is a simile?
A comparison using 'like' or 'as'.
What is a metaphor?
A direct comparison without using 'like' or 'as'.
Define dramatic situation.
Context and circumstances surrounding a character in a poem.
What is personification?
Giving human qualities to inanimate objects or animals.
What is hyperbole?
Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.
What is a symbol?
Something that represents something else.
How does diction reveal character?
Word choice reveals personality and perspective.
How does syntax reveal character?
Sentence structure can show a character's thought process.
How do actions define a character?
Decisions and actions define who a character is.
How do details reveal character?
Intentional elaborations provide crucial insights.
What is the speaker like in "Porphyria's Lover"?
A male psychopath.
What can imagery reveal about a character?
Provides implicit details about a character's motives and perspective.
How can figures of speech develop a character?
Figures of speech provide implicit details about a character's motives and perspective.
What does the speaker in the example poem seek?
Solace and to make whole the fragments of a life.
How does the speaker of a poem influence its meaning?
The speaker's perspective shapes the reader's understanding of events and themes.
What should you consider when analyzing a character's actions?
Motivations, consequences, and how actions align with stated beliefs.
What is the significance of 'a heart of stone'?
Implies emotional coldness or a lack of empathy.
Analyze: "The old house stood, a silhouette."
Emphasizes isolation and a haunting presence.
Analyze: "dust lay thick and deep."
Indicates neglect and the weight of forgotten memories.
Analyze: "clock ticked slow, a mournful sound."
Creates a somber mood, highlighting the passage of time and loss.
Analyze: "shadows danced upon the ground."
Suggests mystery and a sense of unease.
Analyze: "a lonely soul."
Highlights the speaker's isolation and search for connection.
Analyze: "fragments of a life once bright."
Indicates a past filled with happiness now broken or lost.
Analyze: "fading in the pale moonlight."
Symbolizes the dimming of memories and the passage of time.
What does 'Seeking solace' suggest about the speaker?
The speaker is looking for comfort and relief from emotional pain.
What is the effect of the phrase 'haunting set'?
Creates a sense of foreboding and suggests the presence of unresolved issues.