The Sea by James Reeves

What poetic device is used in 'The sea is a hungry dog'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Hyperbole

• Alliteration

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What does the sea symbolize in the poem?

• Fear, restriction, and familiarity

• Freedom, vastness, and the unknown

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Identify one theme present in 'The Sea' by James Reeves.

• Love and relationships between people

• The importance of education in society

• Power and unpredictability of nature

• The impact of technology on modern life

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What can be inferred about the sea based on the line 'It eats and lives'?

• The sea is depicted as a living entity with consuming characteristics.

• The sea is a barren wasteland

• The sea is a dry desert

• The sea is a peaceful place

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How does the poet describe the waves?

• Tossing their heads in sprays

• Whispering softly in the breeze

• Dancing in the moonlight

• Roaring like a lion

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What does the sea do according to the poet?

• The sea reflects the poet's emotions

• The sea writes poetry for the poet

• The sea sings the poet's praises

• The sea does not care about the poet's emotions or feelings.

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What is the tone of the poem 'The Sea'?

• Angry

• Excited

• Calm, serene, and peaceful

• Chaotic

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What is the significance of the sea being described as 'a grey face'?

• Metaphor for the sea's mood

• Personification

• Representation of the sea's age

• Symbolism of the sea's depth

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What do the sea's 'claws' represent?

• Wind's strength

• Moon's reflection

• Sun's rays

• Waves crashing

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What emotions does the sea evoke?

• Anger

• Happiness

• Confusion

• Tranquility, mystery, vastness

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