Snowy Evening Symbolism

What does the snowy evening symbolize in the poem?

• Sadness, despair, and hopelessness

• Peace, tranquility, and isolation

• Fear, chaos, and confusion

• Joy, excitement, and celebration

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CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

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CCSS.RL.9-10.9

How is the dark woods symbolic in the poem?

• The dark woods symbolize clarity, enlightenment, and knowledge.

• The dark woods symbolize happiness, joy, and peace.

• The dark woods symbolize safety, comfort, and familiarity.

• The dark woods symbolize the unknown, fear, and uncertainty.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What does the horse symbolize in the poem?

• Wisdom and knowledge

• Speed and agility

• Love and affection

• Freedom and power

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CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Explain the symbolism behind the owner's house in the poem.

• The owner's house symbolizes loneliness, despair, and isolation.

• The owner's house symbolizes weakness, vulnerability, and insecurity.

• The owner's house symbolizes security, comfort, and stability.

• The owner's house symbolizes fear, chaos, and uncertainty.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What is the significance of the snow falling in the woods?

• Represents chaos, destruction, and danger

• Signifies warmth, comfort, and security

• Indicates sadness, despair, and hopelessness

• Symbolizes purity, tranquility, renewal, isolation, and the beauty of nature.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

How does the poet use the imagery of the woods to convey deeper meaning?

• The poet uses the imagery of the woods to represent a literal forest

• The poet uses the imagery of the woods to symbolize technology and progress

• The poet uses the imagery of the woods to convey happiness and joy

• The poet uses the imagery of the woods to symbolize the unknown, the subconscious, or the complexities of life.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Discuss the symbolism of the promises made in the poem.

• The promises in the poem symbolize hope, commitment, trust, and perseverance.

• The promises in the poem symbolize fear, doubt, and uncertainty.

• The promises represent happiness, joy, and success.

• The promises symbolize disappointment, betrayal, and failure.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Explain the symbolic meaning of the miles to go before I sleep line.

• The line represents the distance to the nearest gas station

• It signifies the amount of time left before bedtime

• The line is a metaphor for the need to exercise more

• The line symbolizes the journey of life and the tasks or goals that need to be accomplished before reaching the final rest or death.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

How does the poet use the winter setting as a symbol?

• The poet uses the winter setting as a symbol to represent summer, sunshine, and joy.

• The poet uses the winter setting as a symbol to represent themes of isolation, death, and dormancy.

• The poet uses the winter setting as a symbol to represent warmth, growth, and vitality.

• The poet uses the winter setting as a symbol to represent chaos, noise, and celebration.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the symbolic significance of the speaker's contemplation in the woods?

• Superficial analysis, disregard for nature, and preference for noise.

• Literal interpretation, lack of connection with nature, and fear of solitude.

• Materialistic view, disdain for introspection, and aversion to solitude.

• Symbolic significance of introspection, connection with nature, and desire for solitude.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9