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The Emperor of Ice-Cream.

by Wallace Stevens.

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

Q01of 10

What is the overall structure of 'The Emperor of Ice-Cream'?

Q02of 10

What does the repeated line 'The only emperor is the emperor of ice-cream' most likely represent thematically?

Q03of 10

In the first stanza, what are the boys instructed to bring to the gathering?

Q04of 10

The phrase 'concupiscent curds' in line 3 is best described as an example of which poetic technique?

Q05of 10

Who is the speaker most likely addressing when issuing commands like 'Call the roller of big cigars'?

Q06of 10

What does the 'sheet' taken from the 'dresser of deal' serve as in the second stanza?

Q07of 10

The detail that the dresser lacks 'the three glass knobs' contributes primarily to which effect?

Q08of 10

How do the 'horny feet' that 'protrude' from the sheet function in the poem's imagery?

Q09of 10

The imperative 'Let be be finale of seem' is best interpreted to mean which of the following?

Q10of 10

Which word best describes the overall tone of 'The Emperor of Ice-Cream'?

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