Reading EOG Literature Review

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What is imagery in poetry?

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Imagery refers to the use of figures of speech to create visual representations in the reader's mind.

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What type of imagery is most clear in the poem: 'He clasps the crag with crooked hands'?

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Visual imagery.

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What does the phrase 'lofty visions' mean?

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Impressive goals.

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Which lines support the theme that a person's reality is created by her thoughts?

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Man, though high may be his station, Is no better than his thoughts.

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What does the speaker mean by 'I kept the first for another day'?

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They plan to return to the first road.

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What are the four types of imagery in poetry?

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Visual, auditory, tactile, and olfactory.

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How does visual imagery enhance a poem?

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It helps the reader to visualize scenes and emotions, making the poem more engaging.

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What is the purpose of using figures of speech in poetry?

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To create vivid images and evoke emotions in the reader.

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What is the difference between literal and figurative language?

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Literal language means exactly what it says, while figurative language uses comparisons and symbols to convey deeper meanings.

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.