The Raven

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What is the external rhyme scheme of 'The Raven'?

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A-B-C-B-B-B

Front

What question is most important to the narrator in 'The Raven'?

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Will he ever see Lenore again?

Front

What happens when the narrator opens the door in 'The Raven'?

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He sees only darkness.

Front

What kind of figurative language is used in the phrase 'the lamplight gloated o'er'?

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Personification.

Front

What does the term 'ebony' mean in the context of 'The Raven'?

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Dark black in color.

Front

What is the significance of the raven in the poem?

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The raven symbolizes mourning and loss.

Front

How does the narrator's mood change throughout 'The Raven'?

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The narrator's mood shifts from curiosity to despair.

Front

What literary device is primarily used in 'The Raven' to create a haunting atmosphere?

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Imagery.

Front

What is the main theme of 'The Raven'?

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The theme of loss and longing.

Front

How does the structure of 'The Raven' contribute to its overall effect?

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The structured rhyme and meter create a musical quality that enhances the poem's emotional impact.