The Bridegroom
What is the subject and the speaker?
Speaker is the narrator of the poem, poem is a fictional retelling of a famous Russian story, story about Natasha catching a criminal.
Who is the narrator speaking about in this poem? (Main characters)
An old, poor couple
What does the quote "Morning is a new sheet of paper" mean.
Comparing a new sheet of paper to a new day, a new beginning
What kind of device is " cry like a racing car slipping away from a motorcycle cop...?"
Simile
What is the occasion?
1800's in Russia, past, folk tale, retelling, general.
What does this quote from "Tell all the truth but tell it slant" compare: " As lightning to the children eased with explanation kind the Truth must dazzle gradually or every man be blind-"
Compares truth to bright light all at once
Who is the audience?
Anyone willing to listen/read, pretty general but geared towards a Russian audience who is familiar with the original story.
What is the purpose of this poem?
Inspire, encourage and motivate people that every new day is a fresh start.
What is the purpose of thus poem?
The speaker instructs readers on how to best tell the truth so that the listener isn't hurt.
retelling of famous Russian story, alludes to previous more famous story. Warn people about the danger of arranged marriages, and never meeting husband before marriage, trust your instincts.
What is the occasion of this poem?
When a harsh truth must be told, this poem is helpful.
What kind of literary device is this " thump, thump, thump?"
Onomatopoeia
Who is the author?
Alexander Pushkin.
What is the purpose of this poem?
The speaker uses concrete objects in order to illustrate that you don't need big, extravagant things to live a nice life full of happiness that people can find happiness in simple things.
What kind of literary device is "slippery sand paper?"
Alliteration