Long Way Down Poetic Device and Thematic Flashcard

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What does the word 'cold' signify in 'Long Way Down'?

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Unfriendly and distant.

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Identify an example of symbolism in 'Long Way Down'.

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The elevator.

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What poetic device is used in the line 'The elevator was a coffin'?

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Metaphor.

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What poetic device is illustrated in the phrase 'Lots and lots of sirens, howling, cutting through the sounds of the city'?

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Alliteration.

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What role does the setting of the elevator play in 'Long Way Down'?

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It serves as a metaphor for the protagonist's journey.

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Define symbolism in literature.

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Symbolism is the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating one is the other.

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Explain the significance of the elevator in 'Long Way Down'.

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The elevator symbolizes the protagonist's emotional state and journey.

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What is alliteration?

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The repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a sequence of words.

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How does the setting influence the narrative in poetry?

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The setting can enhance themes, create mood, and influence character development.