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Allusions and Perspective in Derek Walcott’s Midsummer

Question 1 • PARTA - EVP: PGCPS ENGLISH 12 OC (FALL2026) 791113

What is the purpose of the allusion to the Brixton Uprising in these lines? Check all that apply.

Answer
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to compare the death of the leaves to the sound of the riot
B
to infer that midsummer leaves are similar to water hoses
C
to elicit feelings of anger, lack of control, or fear
D
to show that the riot occurred during the season of midsummer
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to connect the end of a season to the political unrest of the riot
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