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HEAVEN..

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 this poem?

Q02of 10

Who is the speaker most likely addressing in this poem?

Q03of 10

The phrase 'be not afraid / To save mankind' implies which of the following?

Q04of 10

What logical argument underpins the speaker's appeal for mercy?

Q05of 10

The title 'HEAVEN.' followed by 'MERCY' creates what tonal effect?

Q06of 10

The image of souls that 'Perish eternally' most directly evokes which theme?

Q07of 10

The word 'betrayed' in line four most plausibly refers to which idea?

Q08of 10

Which poetic technique is most evident in the repeated use of 'thou' and 'thee' forms?

Q09of 10

The poem's tone can best be described as which of the following?

Q10of 10

What does the speaker mean by 'have pity, Lord' in the context of the full poem?

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