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THE FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH.

by James Russell Lowell.

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

Q01of 10

What is the overall structure of 'The Fountain of Youth'?

Q02of 10

What primary image does Lowell use to represent nature's renewing energy in the poem?

Q03of 10

The speaker claims 'I am writing no fiction' in section II. What is the primary effect of this interjection?

Q04of 10

Which literary technique is most clearly illustrated by 'gurgles and flashes' and 'bubble and run'?

Q05of 10

How does Lowell characterize the fountain's relationship to the woodland in section II?

Q06of 10

What is the dominant tone of 'The Fountain of Youth'?

Q07of 10

The phrase 'Unconscious confiding' (line 16) best reflects which theme?

Q08of 10

What are the dragon-flies doing at the end of the poem?

Q09of 10

The roots described as 'Fine as nerves' that 'tremble' at the water's movement represent which poetic technique?

Q10of 10

Which phrase best summarizes the poem's central thematic claim?

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