The Sandpiper

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'He moved as slowly as a snail.'

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What is the theme of the poems 'The Sandpiper' and 'Bats'?

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The theme is about animals and their characteristics.

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What do fireflies represent in the poem 'Fireflies at Dusk'?

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The poet compares fireflies to tiny lanterns.

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What is the opposite of the word 'outstretched'?

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The opposite of 'outstretched' is 'closed'.

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Which animal is used to describe fog in the poem 'Fog'?

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The poet uses a 'Cat' to describe fog.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that describes one thing as if it were another, without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief.'

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What is personification?

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Personification is giving human traits or characteristics to non-human things. For example, 'The wind whispered through the trees.'

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What is the main idea of a poem?

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The main idea of a poem is the central point or message that the poet wants to convey.

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What is imagery in poetry?

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Imagery is the use of descriptive language that appeals to the senses, helping readers to visualize scenes or feelings.

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What does it mean to analyze a poem?

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To analyze a poem means to examine its elements, such as structure, language, and themes, to understand its meaning.