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Imagism: A New Order in Poetry — Quiz

Question 4 • Literature and Composition III

How does "This Is Just to Say" reflect imagist poetry?

Answer
A
The poet presents a clear message without emotion or description.
B
The poet presents a central image using abstract language.
C
The poet presents a clear central image using direct language.
D
The poet presents a coded message that requires much deciphering.

Explanation

Imagist poetry focuses on presenting a sharp, concrete image in precise, direct language. In “This Is Just to Say,” William Carlos Williams describes the plums in the icebox and their taste with simple, specific words, allowing the reader to picture the moment. The poem’s central image is clear rather than abstract or coded, so C is correct.

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