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THE BALLAD OF THE TAYLOR PUP.

by Eugene Field.

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

Q01of 10

What is the primary setting of this ballad?

Q02of 10

The opening phrase 'lithe and listen, gentles all' is best described as an example of which technique?

Q03of 10

How does the speaker describe the event involving the Taylor pup?

Q04of 10

The word 'hap' as used in the poem most nearly means:

Q05of 10

What is the overall tone of the poem?

Q06of 10

The word 'eke' in 'his mistress eke' functions primarily to:

Q07of 10

Which structural feature marks this poem as a traditional ballad?

Q08of 10

The phrase 'prankish time' suggests that the adventure between the pup and his mistress was primarily:

Q09of 10

By adopting the archaic phrase 'as I you now shall tell,' the speaker chiefly accomplishes which effect?

Q10of 10

What does the speaker declare himself 'fain to speak' about?

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