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What is the main theme of 'Musée des Beaux-Arts'?
Think about how people act when something tragic happens.
Who is the artist referenced in Auden's poem?
Consider well-known painters who focused on everyday life.
What does Auden suggest about human nature in 'Musée des Beaux-Arts'?
Think about whether people are always aware of the pain around them.
True or False: The fall of Icarus is a central event in the poem.
Remember, it’s a significant part of the referenced painting.
How does the poem 'Musée des Beaux-Arts' reflect societal attitudes towards individual suffering? Explain.
Consider how often we overlook distress when absorbed in our own lives.
Critique the effectiveness of using Bruegel's painting as a central theme in the poem. Analyze its impact.
Think about the specific scenes in the painting and their relation to the poem.
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