Langston Hughes "..A Dream Deferred" and "Dreams" Flashcard

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What is the rhyme scheme of the poem 'Dreams'?

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How do the poems 'What Happens to a Dream Deferred?' and 'Dreams' contrast?

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The first has similes, the second has metaphors.

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Why does Langston Hughes use repetition in 'Dreams'?

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To emphasize the fact that you should not give up your dreams.

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What is an example of imagery focusing on the sense of smell in Hughes' poems?

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Does it stink like rotten meat?

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What does the comparison in 'Or crust and sugar over— Like a syrupy sweet?' signify?

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Sweets that sit out too long go bad, just like unfulfilled dreams.

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What is a simile?

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A figure of speech comparing two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that directly refers to one thing by mentioning another, implying a comparison.

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What is the purpose of using figurative language in poetry?

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To create vivid imagery and convey deeper meanings.

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What does the term 'imagery' refer to in poetry?

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Descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates mental images.

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What is the significance of dreams in Langston Hughes' poetry?

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Dreams represent aspirations and the importance of pursuing them.

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