Annabel Lee

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What is the main theme of the poem 'Annabel Lee'?

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The main theme of 'Annabel Lee' is the enduring nature of love, even in the face of death.

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Who is the narrator in 'Annabel Lee'?

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The narrator is a man who deeply loves Annabel Lee and mourns her death.

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What does the moon symbolize in 'Annabel Lee'?

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The moon symbolizes dreams and the connection between the narrator and Annabel Lee.

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What happens to Annabel Lee after her death?

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After her death, Annabel Lee is placed in a tomb by her blood relatives.

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How does the narrator feel about Annabel Lee after her death?

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The narrator feels that he is still greatly in love with Annabel Lee, even after her death.

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What does the term 'highborn' imply about Annabel Lee's kinsmen?

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The term 'highborn' implies that Annabel Lee's kinsmen are of noble or high social status.

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What does the narrator's love for Annabel Lee suggest about social class?

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The narrator's love suggests that he is 'lowborn' and feels sympathy due to the social class difference.

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What literary device is predominantly used in 'Annabel Lee'?

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The poem uses imagery to evoke emotions and create vivid pictures in the reader's mind.

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What is the significance of the sea in 'Annabel Lee'?

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The sea represents the eternal connection and the setting of the narrator's memories with Annabel Lee.

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What does the poem suggest about love and death?

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The poem suggests that love can transcend death and that the bond between the narrator and Annabel Lee remains strong.

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