Comprehension
What is the main theme of Annabel Lee?
love and loss, the enduring nature of love even after death
Who is the narrator of "Annabel Lee"?
How does the speaker feel about Annabel Lee?
the speaker feels an overwhelming sense of love and loss for Annabel Lee
Identify one example of personification in the poem.
an example of personification is when the wind is described as chilling and killing Annabel Lee
What does the poem suggest about the nature of love?
the poem suggest that love is eternal and can endure beyond death
How does the speaker describe his love for Annabel Lee?
the speaker describes his love for Annabel Lee as beautiful, pure, and deep, emphasizing a strong emotional connection
Briefly summarize the story of "Annabel Lee"
the story revolves around the love between the speaker and Annabel Lee, their happiness, her untimely death, and the speaker's grief
What can we infer about the speaker's character based on his words?
the speaker's character can be inferred as deeply emotional, romantic, and devoted to Annabel Lee
What is the effect of the repeated phrase "in a kingdom by the sea"?
creates a musical, hypnotic rhythm, reinforces themes of eternal love and fate
How does the poem address the theme of loss?
the poem addresses the them of loss by illustrating the deep sorrow the speaker experiences after Annabel Lee's death
What event causes the speaker's sorrow in the poem?
the event that causes the speaker's sorrow is the death of Annabel Lee
What happens to Annabel Lee in the poem?
Annabel Lee dies, which deeply affects the speaker and leads to his sorrow
How does the speaker's tone change throughout the poem?
the speaker's tone shifts from nostalgic and loving to mournful and despairing throughout the poem
How does Poe use imagery to enhance the poem's emotional impact?
Poe uses imagery in descriptions of the sea and the kingdom to evoke emotions of beauty and sorrow
In what way does the poem portray the idea of memory?
the poem portrays memory as a powerful force that keeps the speaker connected to Annabel Lee, despite her absence
How does the speaker believe Annabel Lee's love transcends death?
the speaker believes that Annabel Lee's love transcends death because their souls are forever intertwined
How does the plot develop from the beginning to the end of the poem?
The plot develops from the speaker's fond memories of love to the tragic event of Annabel Lee's death and the speaker's enduring grief
What is the speaker's relationship to Annabel Lee?
the speaker's relationship to Annabel Lee is that of a passionate lover who is deeply affected by her death
Identify an example of hyperbole in "Annabel Lee"
"With a love that the winged seraphs of Heaven / Coveted her and me" ; exaggerates the intensity of their love as being greater than any love, even in heaven
How does the theme of innocence play a role in the poem?
the theme of innocence is portrayed through pure and youthful love between the speaker and Annabel Lee, which remains untainted by the world
What role does the setting play in the poem's overall modd?
the setting of the kingdom by the sea contributes to the poem's romantic and melancholic mood
What significance does the sea have in the plot of the poem?
A Setting of Eternal Love - The sea serves as a backdrop to their pure and idealized romance.
A Symbol of Isolation and Mourning - The sea can represent the speaker’s isolation after Annabel Lee’s death
A Representation of Fate and the Supernatural – Water, especially the sea, often symbolizes uncontrollable forces in literature.
A Connection to Death and Eternity – The sea can also symbolize the transition between life and death.
How does the speaker's perspective shape the reader's understanding of the poem?
the speaker's perspective shapes the reader's understanding by highlighting the intensity of his love and the pain of loss
Analyze how the use of rhyme and meter contributes to the poem's overall meaning.
the use of rhyme and meter creates a musical quality that enhances the poem's emotional resonance and reinforces its themes
Discuss the significance of the supernatural elements in the poem's themes.
the supernatural elements, such as the angels' jealousy and the sea, emphasize the them of love's transcendence and the connection between the living and the dead