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What is imagery?
Think about the senses: sight, sound, taste, touch, and smell.
Define metaphor in your own words.
Think of it as saying one thing is another.
What literary device refers to the use of descriptive language that appeals to the senses?
Think of how poetry paints pictures for the reader.
Is a metaphor a direct comparison of two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'?
Recall how metaphors are defined.
Analyze how Hardy uses metaphor and imagery to convey themes of despair and hope in 'The Darkling Thrush'.
Focus on specific lines that illustrate the contrast.
Evaluate the effectiveness of Frost's use of symbolism in illustrating the complexities of childhood and adult life in 'Birches'.
Identify lines that reflect childhood joy and adult struggles.
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