Exploring the Themes of Annabel Lee

The transcript narrates the story of Annabelle Lee, a tale of love and tragedy set in a kingdom by the sea. The narrator and Annabelle Lee share a profound love that is envied by angels, leading to her untimely death. Despite her passing, the narrator's love for Annabelle Lee remains strong, transcending even death. The story explores themes of eternal love, envy, and the impact of loss.

Who are the main characters introduced at the beginning of the story?

• Annabelle Lee and the narrator

• The angels and the demons

• The highborn kinsmen

• The king and queen

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

What event leads to the death of Annabelle Lee?

• A storm at sea

• A wind blowing out of a cloud

• A fall from a cliff

• A mysterious illness

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CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

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CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Who envied the love between Annabelle Lee and the narrator?

• The townspeople

• The highborn kinsmen

• The angels in heaven

• The demons

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

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What does the narrator believe about their love compared to others?

• It is stronger than the love of those older and wiser

• It is as strong as others

• It is temporary

• It is weaker than others

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What can never separate the souls of the narrator and Annabelle Lee?

• The angels in heaven

• The demons under the sea

• The highborn kinsmen

• Both angels and demons

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

What does the moon symbolize for the narrator?

• A sign of hope

• A representation of time

• A symbol of sorrow

• A reminder of Annabelle Lee

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What do the stars symbolize for the narrator?

• The souls of the departed

• The tears of the angels

• The eyes of Annabelle Lee

• The dreams of the narrator

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Where does the narrator lie down at night?

• In a meadow

• By Annabelle Lee's tomb

• In a forest

• By the sea

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the final resting place of Annabelle Lee?

• A mountain cave

• A castle

• A garden

• A tomb by the sea

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.9