The Skater of Ghost

Question

Lake
by William Rose Benet
(1) Ghost Lake’s a dark lake, a deep lake and cold:
(2) Ice black as ebony, frostily scrolled;
(3) Far in its shadows a faint sound whirs;
(4) Steep stand the sentineled deep, dark firs.
Use lines 1 to 24 to answer the question
In 1–2 sentences, analyze the effects of the
figurative language used in lines 1 through 24.

Answer 1

In lines 1 through 4 of "The Skater of Ghost Lake," William Rose Benet uses dark imagery and personification to evoke a sense of foreboding and mystery surrounding the lake. The descriptions of the "dark lake" and "ice black as ebony" suggest an ominous atmosphere, while the "faint sound whirs" and "sentineled deep, dark firs" imply a hidden presence or watchfulness, enhancing the supernatural quality of the setting.