Romantics Review

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What is the main theme of the poem 'To a Mouse'?

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The main theme is the unpredictability of life and the human tendency to plan for the future.

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What poetic device is used in the lines 'The fair breeze blew, the white foam flew, The furrow followed free'?

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Alliteration

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Why was the mouse hiding underground in stanza five?

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To stay safe from the incoming winter weather.

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Why does the Wedding Guest listen to the Mariner's story?

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He is under some kind of spell.

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What tone is the poem written in?

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Cheerful and pleasant tone.

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Define 'Alliteration'.

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

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What is the significance of the mouse in 'To a Mouse'?

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The mouse symbolizes resilience and adaptability in the face of life's unpredictability.

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What does the term 'theme' refer to in poetry?

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The central idea or message conveyed by the poem.

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Identify a common theme in Romantic poetry.

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A focus on nature and the emotional experience of the individual.

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What is the role of the Wedding Guest in 'The Rime of the Ancient Mariner'?

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He serves as a listener who is captivated by the Mariner's tale.