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 the enduring nature of love, even in the face of death.

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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 literary device used in 'Annabel Lee' to emphasize the speaker's feelings and the poem's themes.

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How does the setting of 'Annabel Lee' contribute to the poem's mood?

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The setting by the sea creates a romantic and melancholic mood, reflecting the beauty and tragedy of the love story.

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

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The speaker believes that the angels envied their love, which led to Annabel Lee's death.

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

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The angels are portrayed as envious figures who disrupt the love between the speaker and Annabel Lee.

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How does the speaker's perspective on love influence the poem's narrative?

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The speaker's unwavering love for Annabel Lee shapes the narrative, portraying love as eternal and transcendent.

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What is the significance of the phrase 'kingdom by the sea' in the poem?

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The phrase 'kingdom by the sea' symbolizes an idealized, dreamlike place where the love story unfolds.

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What does the speaker do at the end of the poem?

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At the end of the poem, the speaker lies down beside Annabel Lee in her tomb, signifying his eternal connection to her.

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How does the poem 'Annabel Lee' reflect the concept of time?

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The poem reflects the concept of time by illustrating how love persists beyond death and the passage of time.

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What is the tone of 'Annabel Lee'?

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The tone of 'Annabel Lee' is both nostalgic and mournful, capturing the beauty and sorrow of lost love.