Symbolism in Poetry Analysis

The video explores Emily Dickinson's poem 'Because I could not stop for Death,' which personifies Death as a kind carriage driver who takes the speaker on a journey through various stages of life, ultimately leading to eternity. The poem reflects on the inevitability of death and the passage of time, with vivid imagery of life and the afterlife.

What does the carriage in the poem symbolize?

• A journey to a new city

• A journey to the afterlife

• A trip to the countryside

• A ride to a friend's house

Which of the following is NOT a scene passed by during the journey?

• A school

• A field of grain

• A bustling city

• The setting sun

What does the setting sun symbolize in the poem?

• The start of a new adventure

• The end of life

• The end of a day

• The beginning of a journey

What is the significance of the 'House' mentioned in the poem?

• It symbolizes a grave

• It signifies a place of rest

• It is a metaphor for a school

• It represents a new home

How does the speaker perceive the passage of time since the journey began?

• It feels like an eternity

• It seems longer than a day

• It feels shorter than a day

• It appears to be a few hours