The Raven Flashcard

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What is repetition in poetry?

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Repetition is a literary device where words or phrases are repeated to emphasize a particular idea or theme.

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How does the narrator's frustration manifest in 'The Raven'?

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The narrator grows increasingly frustrated with the raven's constant response of 'Nevermore', reflecting his deepening despair.

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What is the central idea of 'The Raven'?

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The central idea is that the narrator will be lost in his grief forever, symbolized by the raven's presence.

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What does the speaker hope to achieve by reading books in 'The Raven'?

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The speaker hopes to distract himself from his grief and sadness.

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In which month does 'The Raven' take place?

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The poem takes place in December.

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What is the significance of the raven in the poem?

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The raven symbolizes death and the permanence of loss, serving as a reminder of the narrator's grief.

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Define alliteration in poetry.

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a sequence of words, often used to create rhythm or mood.

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What role does suspense play in 'The Raven'?

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Suspense builds throughout the poem as the narrator's anxiety and fear grow with each interaction with the raven.

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

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The poem's structured rhyme scheme and meter enhance its musicality and reinforce the themes of loss and despair.

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What is the effect of rhyme in 'The Raven'?

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Rhyme creates a lyrical quality that enhances the emotional impact of the poem and helps to unify its themes.