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THE FATHER..

by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.

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

Q01of 10

What is the primary form of address used by the speaker throughout the poem?

Q02of 10

What central theme does the poem most prominently explore?

Q03of 10

The phrase 'If thou canst help us' most likely conveys which tone?

Q04of 10

Who is the speaker of the poem?

Q05of 10

The opening phrase 'Even of a child' functions primarily as which literary device?

Q06of 10

The word 'compassion' in the poem most directly relates to which aspect of God the speaker is invoking?

Q07of 10

Which structural feature of the poem most reinforces its emotional impact?

Q08of 10

The repetition of 'us' rather than 'me' in the plea suggests which nuance?

Q09of 10

Which biblical allusion is most likely echoed in 'If thou canst help us'?

Q10of 10

Based on the poem, which statement best describes the father's overall emotional state?

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