Exploring Dylan Thomas's Poetic Techniques

Complete line one of Dylan Thomas's "The Hand That Signed the Paper." "The hand that signed the paper felled a

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The last line says: "____ have no tears to flow."

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What does the act of signing a paper symbolize in the poem?

• The destruction of a city

• The beginning of a new law

• The opening of a new school

• A signature for peace

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What is used to end murder according to the poem?

• A handshake

• A sword

• A decree

• A pen

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What does the hand holding dominion over man signify?

• Education and knowledge

• Wealth and prosperity

• Tyranny and control

• Freedom and democracy

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How are the kings described in their actions towards the aftermath?

• They celebrate their victory

• They are compassionate and caring

• They are indifferent to the suffering

• They actively help rebuild the city

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What emotion is absent in the hands that rule?

• Laughter

• Anger

• Tears

• Joy

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