The intended effect of the metaphor of a “phantom ship” in stanza three is to suggest that the ship appeared suddenly. This metaphor creates an image of something unexpected and elusive, enhancing the sense of urgency and surprise in the context of the poem.
Use the first three stanzas of the poem “Paul Revere’s Ride” by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow to answer the question.
What is the intended effect of the metaphor of a “phantom ship” in stanza three?
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to indicate that the moon is not bright over the bay
to indicate that the moon is not bright over the bay
to show how the British ship reflects the water
to show how the British ship reflects the water
to suggest that the ship appeared suddenly
to suggest that the ship appeared suddenly
to show that the British ship is dangerous
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