The Raven Review

Front

What does the line 'And the raven, never flitting, still is sitting, still is sitting' suggest about the raven?

Back

It suggests that the raven has never left and is a constant presence in the speaker's life.

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.7.5

Front

How would you describe the tone of 'The Raven'?

Back

The tone of 'The Raven' is best described as mysterious.

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CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Front

What emotions does the speaker express in the last two lines of the poem?

Back

The speaker expresses anger at the raven and sorrow and grief at never being able to be reunited with Lenore.

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

Front

What is the climax of the poem?

Back

The climax occurs when the narrator is uncertain about the raven's origins and contemplates whether he will be lonely forever or find comfort.

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.7.10

Front

Which line indicates a shift or change within the poem?

Back

Line 84 indicates a shift or change within the poem.

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CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What is the significance of the raven in the poem?

Back

The raven symbolizes death, loss, and the permanence of grief.

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CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

Front

How does the setting contribute to the mood of 'The Raven'?

Back

The dark and dreary setting enhances the mood of despair and mystery throughout the poem.

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

Front

What literary devices are prominently used in 'The Raven'?

Back

Prominent literary devices include alliteration, rhyme, and repetition.

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Front

What role does the speaker's memory of Lenore play in the poem?

Back

Lenore represents the speaker's lost love and serves as a source of his sorrow and longing.

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

Front

How does the structure of 'The Raven' affect its overall impact?

Back

The poem's structured stanzas and refrain create a rhythmic and haunting quality that reinforces its themes.

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10