The Song of Wandering Aengus/Eldorado

Front

What does Eldorado symbolize in the poem?

Back

Eldorado symbolizes something bright that is being contrasted with a dark shadow.

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What does the figurative language in lines 21–24 of 'The Song of Wandering Aengus' reveal about the narrator?

Back

It reveals that the narrator is hopeful that his search will end positively.

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What does the shadow represent in the second stanza of 'Eldorado'?

Back

The shadow represents despair.

Front

What transformation occurs in 'The Song of Wandering Aengus'?

Back

The fish had turned into a beautiful girl.

Front

What does the phrase 'a fire was in my head' suggest about the narrator's state of mind?

Back

It suggests that the narrator had many ideas burning in his brain.

Front

What is the main theme of 'The Song of Wandering Aengus'?

Back

The theme revolves around the pursuit of beauty and the longing for lost love.

Front

How does the poet use imagery in 'Eldorado'?

Back

The poet uses imagery to create a contrast between light and dark, symbolizing hope and despair.

Front

What literary device is prominent in 'The Song of Wandering Aengus'?

Back

Imagery is a prominent literary device used to evoke emotions and visualize the narrator's journey.

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What does the journey in 'The Song of Wandering Aengus' represent?

Back

The journey represents the quest for fulfillment and the search for one's desires.

Front

How does the concept of shadow relate to the theme of the poem 'Eldorado'?

Back

The shadow relates to the theme by symbolizing the obstacles and despair faced in the pursuit of happiness.