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DOUBLE DAMNATION..

by Percy Bysshe Shelley.

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

Q01of 10

What structural form does Shelley predominantly use in 'Double Damnation'?

Q02of 10

In Stanza 7, the image of Peter's back forming 'a bow of sleek devotion' most directly conveys what?

Q03of 10

What is the central satirical theme of this excerpt?

Q04of 10

The allusion in Stanza 12—'the immortal / Described by Swift'—most likely refers to which of Swift's creations?

Q05of 10

What is the dramatic function of the Devil's sudden death in Stanza 5?

Q06of 10

In Stanza 14, the reference to 'Guatimozin' on 'his red gridiron of brass' serves primarily as what kind of device?

Q07of 10

How does Shelley develop the 'curse' of Peter's dullness across Stanzas 17–22?

Q08of 10

Which of the following best describes the overall tone of this excerpt?

Q09of 10

According to the poem, what is the immediate practical benefit Peter receives for his political cooperation?

Q10of 10

The speaker's repeated use of the word 'dull' in Stanza 11—'Dull—oh, so dull—so very dull!'—is a deliberate example of which rhetorical technique?

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