language techniques
what language technique is in this line? "“Hope” is the thing with feathers"
metaphor
When was she born?
December 10, 1830
what is a stanza?
A stanza is a group of lines in a poem
Why do you think Dickinson chose a bird to represent hope instead of another object or image?
To show that hope is freeing, light, can endure hard things and etc. (many answers)
what language technique is in this line? "And sings the tune without the words"
personification
when did she die?
May 15, 1886
What is poety?
Poetry is a written from often using figurative language to express feelings and emotions.
The poem says hope “never asked a crumb of me.” This hidden meaning emphasizes that hope is _______ and selfless.
generous, giving, endless, unselfish, supportive etc. (many answers)
Language technique? "And never stops - at all"
hyperbole etc.
Where is she from?
Amherst, Massachusetts, U.S.
What is a prose?
A prose is the writing that is made up of sentences and pargraphs.
Dickinson wrote that hope never stops at all, why do you think she wrote this?
She wants readers to understand that hope never gives up or disappears. She also wants to show that hope is reliable? (many answers)
Language technique? "And sweetest - in the Gale - is heard"
imagery etc.
How old was she when she wrote "Hope is the Thing with Feathers"?
31 years old
What is figurative language?
Figurative language is the meaning behind teh actual words.
What do you think Emily Dickinson meant when she used the word "extremity"?
That in the hardest times hope will never leave etc. (many answers)
What is this language technique? "And sore must be the storm"
alliteration
How did Americans perceive Emily Dickinson?
Americans perceived Emily Dickinson as one of America's greatest and most puzzling poets.
What is tone?
Tone is the intention that the poet wants to convey.
What tone do you think Emily Dickinson wants to convey?
gentle, comforting, optimism, and encouragement. (many answers)