Question
Read the following poem.
Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening By Robert Frost
Whose woods these are I think I know.
His house is in the village though;
He will not see me stopping here
To watch his woods fill up with snow.
My little horse must think it queer To stop without a farmhouse near
Between the woods and frozen lake
The darkest evening of the year.
He gives his harness bells a shake
To ask if there is some mistake.
The only other sound's the sweep Of easy wind and downy flake
The woods are lovely, dark and deep, But I have promises to keep And miles to go before I sleep, And miles to go before I sleep
Identify and analyze the literary device used in the phrase "The only other sound's the sweep / Of easy wind and downy flake." How does this imagery enhance the mood of the poem?
(1 point)
• The imagery of "sweep" and "downy flake" creates a serene and peaceful mood, enhancing the calm yet contemplative atmosphere of the poem.
• The imagery of "sweep" and "downy flake" creates a rushed feeling, enhancing the author's need to keep his promises.
• The imagery of "sweep" and "downy flake" creates a worried and stressed feeling, enhancing the author's dissatisfaction.
Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening By Robert Frost
Whose woods these are I think I know.
His house is in the village though;
He will not see me stopping here
To watch his woods fill up with snow.
My little horse must think it queer To stop without a farmhouse near
Between the woods and frozen lake
The darkest evening of the year.
He gives his harness bells a shake
To ask if there is some mistake.
The only other sound's the sweep Of easy wind and downy flake
The woods are lovely, dark and deep, But I have promises to keep And miles to go before I sleep, And miles to go before I sleep
Identify and analyze the literary device used in the phrase "The only other sound's the sweep / Of easy wind and downy flake." How does this imagery enhance the mood of the poem?
(1 point)
• The imagery of "sweep" and "downy flake" creates a serene and peaceful mood, enhancing the calm yet contemplative atmosphere of the poem.
• The imagery of "sweep" and "downy flake" creates a rushed feeling, enhancing the author's need to keep his promises.
• The imagery of "sweep" and "downy flake" creates a worried and stressed feeling, enhancing the author's dissatisfaction.
Answers
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The correct analysis is:
• The imagery of "sweep" and "downy flake" creates a serene and peaceful mood, enhancing the calm yet contemplative atmosphere of the poem.
This imagery evokes a sense of tranquility, as "sweep" suggests a gentle, sweeping motion through the air, while "downy flake" refers to the soft, delicate nature of the snow. Together, they enhance the reflective and quiet mood of the poem, allowing the speaker to momentarily pause and appreciate the beauty of the natural world, even amidst the heaviness of his responsibilities.
• The imagery of "sweep" and "downy flake" creates a serene and peaceful mood, enhancing the calm yet contemplative atmosphere of the poem.
This imagery evokes a sense of tranquility, as "sweep" suggests a gentle, sweeping motion through the air, while "downy flake" refers to the soft, delicate nature of the snow. Together, they enhance the reflective and quiet mood of the poem, allowing the speaker to momentarily pause and appreciate the beauty of the natural world, even amidst the heaviness of his responsibilities.