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Storgy

Quiz — Storgy

FROM THE GREEK OF MOSCHUS..

by Percy Bysshe Shelley.

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

Q01of 10

What is the primary form/genre of this poem?

Q02of 10

The speaker commands the hyacinth to 'Utter thy legend now.' What legend is being referenced?

Q03of 10

Which of the following best describes the poem's overall tone?

Q04of 10

The phrase 'fruitless tears' in line 2 most nearly means:

Q05of 10

The technique of commanding nature to mourn — 'Ye Dorian woods and waves, lament aloud' — is an example of which literary device?

Q06of 10

What does the imagery of roses blushing and anemones growing paler primarily convey?

Q07of 10

Who is the speaker of this poem?

Q08of 10

The hyacinth is told that its grief is 'no common grief.' What does this imply about Bion?

Q09of 10

The poem addresses 'Dorian woods and waves' in the opening line. What does the epithet 'Dorian' most likely signify?

Q10of 10

According to the poem, why should every 'tender herb and plant and flower' shed 'dews of liquid sorrow'?

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