Question
Read the last stanza from "On a Tree Fallen across the Road."
And, tired of aimless circling in one place,
Steer straight off after something into space.
What does the alliteration emphasize?
the mood of determination
the travelers' life journeys
the theme of getting distracted
the nighttime setting
And, tired of aimless circling in one place,
Steer straight off after something into space.
What does the alliteration emphasize?
the mood of determination
the travelers' life journeys
the theme of getting distracted
the nighttime setting
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The alliteration in the last stanza of "On a Tree Fallen across the Road" emphasizes **the mood of determination**. The repetition of the 's' sound in "Steer straight" and the imagery of steering off into space suggests a deliberate choice to move forward with purpose, reflecting a determination to seek something beyond the confines of the present moment.