The Raven

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What is the name of the "rare and radiant maiden" for whom the author mourns?

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Lenore

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What does the term 'beguiling' mean?

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To trick or deceive.

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Why did Poe choose to use a raven in his poem?

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Ravens often appear in legend and literature as sinister omens.

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What is the significance of the raven in literature?

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The raven is often associated with death and the supernatural.

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What does the word 'wrought' mean in the context of literature?

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To create or shape, often used in a poetic sense.

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What is the mood of the poem 'The Raven'?

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The mood is dark, melancholic, and mysterious.

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What does the phrase 'rapping at his chamber door' symbolize?

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It symbolizes the intrusion of grief and the unknown.

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Who is the narrator of 'The Raven'?

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A man mourning the loss of his beloved Lenore.

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What literary device is predominantly used in 'The Raven'?

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Repetition, particularly of the word 'nevermore'.

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What is the theme of loss in 'The Raven'?

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The theme explores the pain and permanence of losing a loved one.