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What themes does Hardy explore in 'The Darkling Thrush'?
Think about the feelings in nature and the song of the thrush.
What do birch trees symbolize in Frost's poem?
Consider what the trees do for the speaker in the poem.
What does the thrush symbolize in Hardy's poem?
Think about what the bird does in the poem.
True or False: Tennyson's 'Crossing the Bar' depicts death as a fearful experience.
Consider the overall tone and imagery used.
Compare and contrast the themes of despair and hope in 'The Darkling Thrush' and 'Crossing the Bar'. How do these themes manifest differently in each poem?
Look at the imagery and tone of each poem to support your arguments.
Evaluate how Frost's use of nature in 'Birches' serves to emphasize his views on adulthood and childhood. Cite specific imagery.
Make note of the specific descriptions Frost uses to show the effects of ice storms.
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