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THE ANGELS..

by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.

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

Q01of 10

Who is identified as the speaker in the opening lines of the poem?

Q02of 10

What object do the angels say they are delivering to the newborn king?

Q03of 10

The phrase 'shining fields of heaven' is best understood as an example of which poetic technique?

Q04of 10

The poem's overall structure most closely resembles which literary form?

Q05of 10

The seven virtues the angels drop are described as 'priceless jewels.' This comparison is an example of which device?

Q06of 10

The number seven in 'Planets Seven' and 'sevenfold virtues' alludes to which historical tradition?

Q07of 10

The tone of the poem can best be described as

Q08of 10

The image of virtues placed 'in the crown / Of Christ' primarily conveys which theme?

Q09of 10

Which word in the poem most directly establishes Christ's identity as a newborn infant?

Q10of 10

The angels speak collectively using 'we' and 'our' throughout the poem. What is the primary effect of this choice of speaker?

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