Annabel Lee

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What are some themes explored in the poem 'Annabel Lee'?

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Death, love, loss of a loved one, dealing with death.

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Which quote illustrates the idea that love can transcend death?

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"And neither the angels in heaven above / Nor the demons down under the sea / Can ever dissever my soul from the soul / Of the beautiful Annabel Lee." (Lines 30-33)

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What is the author's purpose in writing 'Annabel Lee'?

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To convey his sadness at the loss of his young love.

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What can we infer about the narrator's feelings towards Annabel Lee after her death?

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He is still greatly infatuated with Annabel Lee even after her death.

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Which line suggests that the narrator blames supernatural beings for Annabel Lee's death?

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"The angels, not half so happy in Heaven, Went envying her and me.."

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What does the sea symbolize in 'Annabel Lee'?

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The sea symbolizes the depth of love and the mystery of death.

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How does the poem depict the concept of eternal love?

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The narrator believes that his love for Annabel Lee continues even after her death.

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What literary device is predominantly used in 'Annabel Lee'?

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Repetition, particularly of the phrase 'Annabel Lee' to emphasize the narrator's obsession.

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What is the significance of the setting 'kingdom by the sea'?

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It creates a fairy-tale-like atmosphere and highlights the romantic yet tragic nature of the story.

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How does the poem reflect the idea of young love?

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It portrays young love as pure and intense, yet vulnerable to external forces.