Question
Part A
Read these lines from the poem.
It rains, it rains,
From gutters and drains
And gargoyles and gables:
It drips from the tables (lines 1–4)
Which of the following describes the figurative language used in these lines?
Answer choices for the above question
irony
paradox
understatement
repetition
Part B
What is the effect of the figurative language identified in Part A on the overall meaning of these lines?
Answer choices for the above question
It reinforces that the effect of the rain is pervasive.
It highlights the effect of the rain on the landscape.
It contrasts the rain with the beautiful surroundings.
It illustrates the delight the speaker feels at the sight of the rain.
Read these lines from the poem.
It rains, it rains,
From gutters and drains
And gargoyles and gables:
It drips from the tables (lines 1–4)
Which of the following describes the figurative language used in these lines?
Answer choices for the above question
irony
paradox
understatement
repetition
Part B
What is the effect of the figurative language identified in Part A on the overall meaning of these lines?
Answer choices for the above question
It reinforces that the effect of the rain is pervasive.
It highlights the effect of the rain on the landscape.
It contrasts the rain with the beautiful surroundings.
It illustrates the delight the speaker feels at the sight of the rain.
Answers
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Part A: The correct choice is **repetition**. The phrase "It rains, it rains" emphasizes the continuous nature of the rain.
Part B: The correct choice is **It reinforces that the effect of the rain is pervasive.** The repetition highlights how rain impacts various surfaces, suggesting its widespread influence on the environment.
Part B: The correct choice is **It reinforces that the effect of the rain is pervasive.** The repetition highlights how rain impacts various surfaces, suggesting its widespread influence on the environment.