Annabel Lee - reading flashcard

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What is the main theme of the poem 'Annabel Lee'?

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The main theme of 'Annabel Lee' is the enduring nature of love, even in the face of death and loss.

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How does rhythm contribute to the meaning of 'Annabel Lee'?

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Rhythm in 'Annabel Lee' supports the poem’s central themes of time and eternity, making it more memorable and impactful.

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What event occurs first in the narrative of 'Annabel Lee'?

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The narrator and Annabel Lee are children by the sea.

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What event occurs second in the narrative of 'Annabel Lee'?

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The angels start 'envying' the love between Annabel Lee and the narrator.

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What event occurs fourth in the narrative of 'Annabel Lee'?

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The narrator lies down in Annabel Lee’s tomb.

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Which line suggests Annabel Lee died of an illness?

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The line 'A wind blew out of a cloud by night / Chilling my Annabel Lee;' suggests her death was due to an illness.

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What literary device is prominently used in 'Annabel Lee'?

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Repetition is a prominent literary device used in 'Annabel Lee' to emphasize key themes and emotions.

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What does the narrator's love for Annabel Lee signify?

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The narrator's love signifies a deep, eternal bond that transcends even death.

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How do the angels in 'Annabel Lee' contribute to the poem's conflict?

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The angels' envy of the narrator's love for Annabel Lee introduces a supernatural element that leads to her tragic fate.

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What is the significance of the setting in 'Annabel Lee'?

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The setting by the sea enhances the romantic and melancholic tone of the poem, symbolizing both beauty and sorrow.