Yet Do I Marvel - Poetic Structure, Mood, Tone

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What is the central theme of the poem Yet Do I Marvel by Countee Cullen?

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The speaker’s frustration with life's challenges and his questioning of God's decisions.

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How does the reference to Tantalus and Sisyphus enhance the message of the poem?

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It helps explain the endless suffering and challenges the poet faces.

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What effect does the poem's rhyme scheme (ABAB CDCD EE FF GG) have on its tone?

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It creates a steady rhythm that reflects the speaker’s deep thought process.

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What literary device is used in the lines 'Tantalus' torture, Sisyphus' task' in Yet Do I Marvel?

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Allusion.

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Which phrase from the poem shows the speaker’s deep inner conflict between faith and questioning?

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'I doubt not God is good, well-meaning, kind.'

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What is the definition of 'allusion' in literature?

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A reference to a well-known person, place, event, literary work, or work of art.

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

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The attitude or emotional quality of the speaker towards the subject.

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How does the mood of a poem differ from its tone?

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Mood refers to the emotional atmosphere created for the reader, while tone is the speaker's attitude.

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What is the significance of the phrase 'Yet do I marvel at this curious thing'?

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It reflects the speaker's wonder and confusion about life's complexities.

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What role does imagery play in poetry?

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Imagery creates vivid pictures in the reader's mind, enhancing the emotional experience.