What elements of ballad structure appear?
What evidence in the excerpt reveals Dickinson’s style?
The rhythmic structure reinforces the perspective of spirituality through a tone.
What is the central topic of the poem?
Consider the images in the excerpt. Which of the five senses do the images appeal to? hearing✔ sighttouchsmell
What is the central topic of the poem? naturespirituality✔ deathself
Overall, how do the images in the poem “I Could Not Stop for Death” reinforce the meaning of the poem? Check the two boxes that best apply.
What might have shocked readers about Dickinson’s view of spirituality?
The purpose of these images is to criticize those who go to church.✔ compare nature to the sanctity of church.
How does Dickinson’s use of rhyme reflect her interpretation of the traditional ballad form?
Overall, how do the images in the poem “Some Keep the Sabbath Going to Church” reinforce the meaning of the poem? Check the two boxes that best apply.
Consider the images in this excerpt. How are the images used to reinforce the meaning of the poem? Check the two best answers.
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