The Poem That Will Not End

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What is the theme of 'The Poem That Will Not End'?

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The inspiration to write is powerful.

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How does the poet show that the win was huge in 'The Baseball Game'?

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We screamed and made a fuss.

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What does the word 'careening' mean in 'careening wild at breakneck speed'?

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Moving swiftly.

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Why does the speaker say the snow in 'Footprints' is 'an invitation'?

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It is tempting.

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How does Ryan feel about writing poetry in 'Captured'?

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Poetry is a curse, he feels trapped.

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What is a common theme in poetry about childhood?

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The exploration of imagination and freedom.

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What literary device is often used to convey emotions in poetry?

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Imagery.

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What does the term 'metaphor' mean in poetry?

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things.

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How can a poet express excitement in their writing?

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By using exclamation points and vivid descriptions.

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What is the purpose of a poem's title?

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To give insight into the poem's theme or subject.