Annabel Lee - reading flashcard

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What is the main theme of the poem 'Annabel Lee'?

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The main theme of 'Annabel Lee' is love and loss, exploring the deep bond between the narrator and Annabel Lee, and the impact of her death.

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Who is the narrator in 'Annabel Lee'?

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The narrator is a man who deeply loves Annabel Lee and reflects on their relationship and her untimely death.

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What event happens first in the poem 'Annabel Lee'?

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The narrator and Annabel Lee are children by the sea.

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What does the narrator believe caused Annabel Lee's death?

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The narrator believes that the angels are envious of their love, which he thinks led to her death.

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How does the poem 'Annabel Lee' depict the concept of eternity?

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The poem suggests that love transcends death, as the narrator continues to love Annabel Lee even after her passing.

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What literary device is prominently used in 'Annabel Lee' to enhance its emotional impact?

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Repetition is a key literary device used in 'Annabel Lee' to emphasize the themes of love and loss.

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What does the line 'A wind blew out of a cloud by night / Chilling my Annabel Lee;' suggest about her death?

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This line suggests that Annabel Lee's death may have been sudden and possibly linked to an illness.

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True or False: The poem 'Annabel Lee' is only about romantic love.

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False. While it focuses on romantic love, it also explores themes of loss and the enduring nature of love.

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What role do the angels play in the poem 'Annabel Lee'?

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The angels are depicted as envious of the love between the narrator and Annabel Lee, which the narrator believes contributed to her death.

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How does the structure of 'Annabel Lee' contribute to its meaning?

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The poem's structure, including its rhythm and rhyme scheme, enhances its lyrical quality and emotional resonance.