Historical context
Which dynasty was the poem written in
Tang Dynasty
The "duality of souls" refers to which two types of souls?
Hun and Po
False
What does the deep water and wide waves represent?
obstacles
Where was Li Po exiled?
South China
In the duality of souls, which part is believed to leave the body during dreams?
Hun
What is the name of the other most celebrated poet alongside Tu Fu?
Li Bai or Li Po
What does the "sinking moon" symbolize?
fading hope
Li Po was exiled for which crime?
treason
Which approach to dream interpretation uses external sources to confirm meanings?
Corroborative
How many poems are in Dreaming of Lipo?
Two
What do the "floating clouds" symbolize?
fading hope
When did Du Fu and Li Po first meet?
744 B.C.
What is the purpose of dreams as messages from the spirit world, according to Chinese beliefs?
They provide omens or guidance
What is the central idea of this poem?
A man dreaming of his friend
"Water dragons" metaphorically represent what?
danger
Which rebellion occurred during Du Fu's lifetime?
An Lushan Rebellion
Name three of the four theories used
(Dream as Harbinger of Future Events, Dream as Message from the Spirit World, Duality of Soulds, Methodologies of Dream Interpretation)
What made Du Fu want to write "Dreaming of Li Po"?
Because of pain and suffering from being away from his friend
What approach are symbolisms categorized in?
Associative Approach