Colonial Period - Puritan Poetry Flashcard

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What does the spinning wheel represent in the poem "Huswifery"?

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The process of spiritual transformation.

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Who / what is the yarn in the poem "Huswifery"?

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Edward Taylor.

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What started as yarn in the beginning becomes?

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Holy robes.

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What is the main theme of Taylor's poem "Huswifery"?

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All of these: The process of spiritual transformation, religious devotion, and Taylor wanting to become a better tool of God.

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What is the meaning of the term "to pink"?

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To decorate.

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What literary device is commonly used in Puritan poetry?

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Allegory.

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What is the significance of the title "Huswifery"?

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It refers to the domestic duties of a housewife, symbolizing the intertwining of daily life and spiritual devotion.

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How does Edward Taylor use imagery in "Huswifery"?

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He uses vivid imagery related to weaving and domestic tasks to illustrate spiritual themes.

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What role does God play in "Huswifery"?

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God is depicted as the ultimate weaver, shaping the speaker's spiritual life.

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What is the tone of Puritan poetry?

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The tone is often serious, reflective, and focused on moral and spiritual themes.