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CRIER OF THE DEAD..

by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.

Ten questions on craft, meaning, and form. Untimed. Answer every question to submit.

Q01of 10

What is the overall form of 'Crier of the Dead'?

Q02of 10

Who is the implied speaker of the poem?

Q03of 10

The repetition of 'Pray for the Dead!' at the end of the poem primarily serves to:

Q04of 10

Which theme is most central to the poem?

Q05of 10

What does the command 'Wake! wake!' most directly represent in the poem's imagery?

Q06of 10

The poem alludes most directly to which historical or cultural tradition?

Q07of 10

The tone of the poem is best described as:

Q08of 10

Which poetic technique is most prominently on display across all four lines?

Q09of 10

In the line 'All ye that sleep,' the word 'sleep' most likely carries which double meaning?

Q10of 10

According to the poem's plain meaning, what specific action does the crier demand of his audience?

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