REVISION

PART 1 – GIVING SHORT ANSWERS

The History of British Literature
1. How many periods are there in British Literature? {8; eight}
2. Which was the first period of British Literature?{Old English Literature}
3. What is the first surviving epic written in the English language?{Beowulf}
4. What William Shakespeare was called? {Bard of Avon}
5. How many lines make up a Shakespearean sonnet?{14; fourteen}
6. Which period is considered as the golden age of English drama?{The Elizabethan period}
7. What does occur when different layers and levels of vocabulary are mixed in a text?
{Logopoeia}
8. What are short lyrical poems evoking the Anglo Saxon sense of harshness of circumstance
and sadness of the human lot? {elegies}
9. What is one of the main features of English Romanticism? {Return to past}
10. How many verses does Beowulf have? {3182}
11. What influenced on native English forms and themes in Middle English literature? {French
literature}
12. How many trends are there in the lyrical poetry in 17th century period? {2; two}
13. What is the term most often used to describe the cultural and literary movement that
spread through Western Europe in the 14th and 15th centuries? {Humanism}
14. What is the new kind of comedy called in Restoration and 18th century period? {Comedy
of Manners}
15. When did the Romantic period begin? {1798}
16. How many stories are there in The Canterbury Tales? {24; twenty-four}
17. What is Chaucer’s most popular works today? {The Canterbury Tales}
18. Who was recognized in much of the world as the greatest of all the dramatists in The
Elizabethan Period (1485-1603)? {William Shakespeare}
19. What is the problem the characters face in the story? {The conflict; conflict}
20. Which trend of prose in the 20th century period focused on lonely individualism?
{Decadent}
21. Who was King during the Restoration period? {Charles II}
22. What is total number of poems in Shakespeare’s Sonnets? {154}
23. Which form of writing became popular for the first time during the 18th century? {Novel;
novel}
24. By what name were Samuel Taylor Coleridge and William Wordsworth known as?{Lake
Poets m}
25. What is Samuel Taylor Coleridge and William Wordsworth’s publication in 1798? {Lyrical
Ballads}
26. How many main time periods are there in British Literature? {8; eight}
27. What is the earliest period in British Literature called? {Old English Literature}
28. What is the oldest epic story that still exists in English? {Beowulf}
29. What nickname was given to William Shakespeare? {Bard of Avon}
 30. How many lines are there in a Shakespearean sonnet? {14; fourteen}
31. Which period is known as the golden age of English drama? {The Elizabethan period}
32. What happens when different types of vocabulary are blended in a text? {Logopoeia}
33. What do we call short, sad poems that reflect the harshness and sorrow of Anglo-
Saxon life? {elegies}
34. What is one main feature of the English Romantic movement? {Return to past}
35. How many verses are in the poem "Beowulf"? {3182}
36. What influenced English literature forms and themes in the Middle English period?
{French literature}
37. How many main styles are there in 17th-century lyrical poetry? {2; two}
38. What term is commonly used to describe the 14th-15th century cultural and literary
movement? {Humanism}
39. What is the new type of comedy called from the Restoration and 18th century?
{Comedy of Manners}
40. When did the Romantic period start? {1798}
41. How many stories are included in The Canterbury Tales? {24; twenty-four}
42. What is Geoffrey Chaucer’s most famous work today? {The Canterbury Tales}
43. Who is widely considered the greatest playwright of the Elizabethan period? {William
Shakespeare}
44. What is the main problem that characters face in a story called? {The conflict;
conflict}
45. Which 20th-century literary style focused on lonely individualism? {Decadent}
46. Who was the king during the Restoration period? {Charles II}
47. How many poems are there in Shakespeare's sonnets? {154}
48. What new form of writing became popular in the 18th century? {Novel; novel}
49. By what name were Samuel Taylor Coleridge and William Wordsworth known?
{Lake Poets}
50. What did Coleridge and Wordsworth publish in 1798? {Lyrical Ballads}

American Lit history

1. Who is considered to be the first American writer? {John Smith}
2. What is the first American book written in English? {A True Relation of Virginia}How were
the writers who explored new topics and helped shape America's own literary tradition
called? {Redskins; redskins}
3. How were the writers who adopted the English style called? {Pale faces; pale faces}
4. During the Colonial Period, the writing was influenced most by what religious
5. persuasion? {The Puritans/Puritans}
6. Who is the main author of the Declaration of Independence of the US? {Thomas
Jefferson}
7. During the Revolutionary time period, what great document was written? {The
Declaration of Independence; Declaration of Independence}
8. What is the movement before the American Realism known as? {Romanticism; Romantic
Period}
9. Which literary movement rejected the common spirituality and materialism?
{Transcendentalism}
10. Who was America's first professional writer and the founder of short story in the USA?
{Washington Irving}
11. Who is the father of Free verse- no metrical pattern and no rhymes appear in his poems?
{Walt Whitman}
12. Which movement had rejection of the Industrial Revolution and emphasis on
the individual and nature? {Romanticism}
13. What is the pseudonym of Samuel Langhorne Clemens? {Mark Twain}
14. When was “The Old Man and the Sea’ published? {1952}
15. Which decade saw the rise of Naturalism? {1890s}
16. At which age did the American literally history begin? {Colonialism}
17. How did Native Americans share their literature? {Word of mouth}
18. What is the name of Whitman's great book of poetry? {Leaves of Grass}
19. Walt Whitman wrote a poem on the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln.
What is the title of poem? {O Captain! My Captain}
20. Who wrote the novel “the Call of the Wild”? {Jack London}
21. What prize for literature did Ernest Hemingway earn with The Old Man and the Sea?
{Nobel Prize}
22. What was the name of the group of romantic writers who contributed
to The Knickerbocker, a magazine published in New York? {The Knickerbockers}
23. When was the poem “Because I could not stop for Death” published? {1890}
24.  Who is considered the first American writer? {John Smith}
25.  What is the first book written in English in America? {A True Relation of
Virginia}
26.  What were the writers called who explored new themes to shape American
literature? {Redskins; redskins}
27.  What nickname was given to the writers who adopted an English style? {Pale
faces; pale faces}
28.  Which religious group most influenced Colonial writing? {The
Puritans/Puritans}
29.  Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence? {Thomas
Jefferson}
30.  What important document was written during the Revolutionary period? {The
Declaration of Independence; Declaration of Independence}
31.  What movement came just before American Realism? {Romanticism; Romantic
Period}
32.  Which literary movement rejected materialism and emphasized spirituality?
{Transcendentalism}
33.  Who was America’s first professional writer and the founder of the short story in
the U.S.? {Washington Irving}
34.  Who is called the father of Free Verse, writing without regular patterns or
rhymes? {Walt Whitman}
35.  Which movement opposed the Industrial Revolution, focusing on nature and the
individual? {Romanticism}
36.  What is the pen name of Samuel Langhorne Clemens? {Mark Twain}
37.  When was The Old Man and the Sea published? {1952}
38.  In which decade did Naturalism become popular? {1890s}
39.  When did American literary history begin? {Colonialism}
40.  How did Native Americans share their stories and literature? {Word of mouth}
41.  What is the title of Whitman's famous poetry collection? {Leaves of Grass}
42.  Whitman wrote a poem about President Lincoln's assassination; what is it
called? {O Captain! My Captain}
43.  Who wrote The Call of the Wild? {Jack London}
44.  What major prize did Hemingway win for The Old Man and the Sea? {Nobel
Prize}
45.  What group of romantic writers contributed to The Knickerbocker magazine?
{The Knickerbockers}
46.  When was the poem Because I Could Not Stop for Death published? {1890}
47. Which American author wrote Slaughterhouse-Five, a novel based on his
experiences in World War II? {Kurt Vonnegut}
Here are 20 more questions about the history of British and American literature:

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### British Literature

1. Who wrote *The Pilgrim's Progress*, a Christian allegory from the 17th century? {John
Bunyan}
2. What literary genre did Charles Dickens use to address social issues in novels like
*Oliver Twist* and *A Tale of Two Cities*? {Realism}
3. Which poet is known for the sonnet sequence *Astrophel and Stella*, a foundational
work of English Renaissance poetry? {Sir Philip Sidney}
4. What poetic form is associated with the Victorian poet Alfred, Lord Tennyson, as seen in
*The Charge of the Light Brigade*? {Narrative poetry}
5. Who is known as the "Father of English Poetry" and wrote *The Canterbury Tales*?
{Geoffrey Chaucer}
6. What was the title of the first complete English Bible translation by William Tyndale?
{Tyndale Bible}
7. Which movement in British literature emphasized nature, emotion, and the
supernatural, often as a response to the Industrial Revolution? {Romanticism}
8. Who wrote *Dracula*, a novel that popularized the vampire in Western literature?
{Bram Stoker}
9. Which British author is known for the psychological novel *To the Lighthouse*, a work
of Modernist literature? {Virginia Woolf}
10. What type of poetry, focused on expressing intense emotions, was popularized by
poets like John Keats and Percy Bysshe Shelley? {Lyric poetry}
11. Who is known as the author of *David Copperfield*, often considered his most
autobiographical novel? {Charles Dickens}
12. What novel by Mary Shelley is often credited with establishing the science fiction
genre? {*Frankenstein*}
13. Who wrote *The Importance of Being Earnest*, a satire of Victorian social norms?
{Oscar Wilde}
14. In which period did satire become a popular form, as seen in the works of Jonathan
Swift and Alexander Pope? {The Augustan period}
15. What is the title of the epic poem by Lord Byron that recounts the adventures of a
cynical hero? {*Don Juan*}
16. Which British poet’s work focuses on themes of Irish identity, nationalism, and
mysticism? {W.B. Yeats}
17. What type of writing did John Locke and Thomas Hobbes contribute to, influencing
English thought and literature? {Political philosophy}
18. Who wrote *Tess of the d'Urbervilles*, which criticizes Victorian social norms,
particularly around class and gender? {Thomas Hardy}
19. What genre of literature flourished during the Victorian period, often dealing with the
struggles of the working class? {Social novel}
20. Which poet wrote "My Last Duchess," a dramatic monologue that delves into themes
of power and control? {Robert Browning}

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### American Literature

1. Who wrote *Uncle Tom's Cabin*, a novel that influenced views on slavery in America?
{Harriet Beecher Stowe}
2. Which American writer was known for his humor and wrote *The Adventures of
Huckleberry Finn*? {Mark Twain}
3. What movement, centered around the magazine *The Dial*, included writers like
Emerson and Thoreau? {Transcendentalism}
4. Which novelist and social critic authored *The Jungle*, exposing conditions in the U.S.
meatpacking industry? {Upton Sinclair}
5. What famous novel by John Steinbeck explores the struggles of migrant farmworkers
during the Dust Bowl? {*The Grapes of Wrath*}
6. Who wrote the novel *Native Son*, addressing themes of race and poverty in America?
{Richard Wright}
7. What genre is associated with writers like Raymond Chandler and Dashiell Hammett,
focusing on crime and detective stories? {Hard-boiled fiction}
8. Who wrote *Their Eyes Were Watching God*, a novel exploring African American
womanhood? {Zora Neale Hurston}
9. What novel by Toni Morrison explores the legacy of slavery and won the Pulitzer Prize?
{*Beloved*}
10. What novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald critiques the American Dream and is set during the
Roaring Twenties? {*The Great Gatsby*}
11. Who wrote the poem “Song of Myself,” celebrating individualism and democracy?
{Walt Whitman}
12. Which Harlem Renaissance poet wrote *The Weary Blues*, capturing the rhythm of
jazz? {Langston Hughes}
13. Who wrote *On the Road*, a novel capturing the spirit of the Beat Generation? {Jack
Kerouac}
14. What American playwright wrote *Death of a Salesman*, exploring the flaws in the
American Dream? {Arthur Miller}
15. Who wrote *The Awakening*, one of the first American novels to address women’s
independence and identity? {Kate Chopin}
16. What 20th-century literary movement was influenced by Freud’s ideas on the
unconscious mind? {Modernism}
17. Who wrote *Fahrenheit 451*, a novel set in a dystopian future where books are
banned? {Ray Bradbury}
18. What novel by J.D. Salinger focuses on teenage angst and rebellion? {*The Catcher in
the Rye*}
19. Who was an influential poet of the Imagist movement, known for "In a Station of the
Metro"? {Ezra Pound}
 20. Which American author wrote *Slaughterhouse-Five*, a novel based on his
experiences in World War II? {Kurt Vonnegut}

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These questions cover a variety of themes, authors, and movements central to British and
American literary history.

PART 2 – WORKS ANALYSIS

1. In the poem "A Red Red Rose" by Robert Burns, what does "while the sands o' life shall
run" mean?

It means “while I’m still alive.” The metaphor is an hourglass, symbolizing time. The speaker’s
love will endure until their life ends and even beyond all human existence.

2. “rock melt with the sun” and “all the seas are going dry”, what does the speaker want to
say with this?

No one can live and love until “all the seas go dry” and “the rocks melt with the sun,”
emphasizing that the author’s love is eternal and unshakable, even by nature’s forces.
3. Analyse Symbolization in the following lines of the poem “I could not stop for death” by
Emily Dickinson.
We passed the school, where children strove
At Recess--in the ring–
We passed the fields of gazing grain–
We passed the setting sun–

Dickinson reflects on life’s stages: children at recess symbolize childhood, grazing grain
represents adulthood, and the setting sun marks her final years.
4. Analyse Personification and Hyperbole in the following lines of the poem “Daffodils” by
William Wordsworth.
When all at once I saw a crowd,
A host, of golden daffodils;
Beside the lake, beneath the trees,
Fluttering and dancing in the breeze.
 1) Personification: make things, ideas or animals do something only humans do
When all at once I saw a crowd,
A host, of golden daffodils
Fluttering and dancing in the breeze.
All the above lines are personification of the flowers.
2) Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement.
When all at once I saw a crowd,
The poet has used ‘crowd’ to mean a lot of daffodils.
5. What is the theme of the poem “Daffodils” by William Wordsworth?

Inspired by a walk with his sister, this poem celebrates the beauty of daffodils dancing in the
sun, highlighting how nature’s memories can uplift the spirit through imagination.
6. What is the setting and conflict of “Romeo and Juliet” by William Shakespeare?
 Setting:
Time: During the Renaissance
Place: Verona, Italy
Conflict:
External: The conflict happens between the Montague’s and the Capulet’s.
These two families have been enemies from the very beginning of the story.
Internal: Romeo and Juliet love each other and hope to live happily with their parents’
acceptance.
Conflict:
External: The Montagues and Capulets are longstanding enemies.
Internal: Romeo and Juliet struggle to love each other while seeking their families’
acceptance.
7. What is the main theme of “Romeo and Juliet” by William Shakespeare?

Love is the play’s central theme, focusing on the intense passion between Romeo and Juliet. It
portrays love as a powerful, overwhelming force that surpasses all other values and
emotions.
8. What is the central topic of the ‘Because I could not stop for ‘Death?’

The poem centers on the inevitability of death and the poet’s calm acceptance of it. Dickinson
expresses her belief in the Christian afterlife, portraying death as a courteous guide on the
journey to eternity.
9. What does “The Gift of the Magi” teach us?

The Irony lies in them selling treasures to buy gifts for each other, only to realize their greatest
gift is their sacrificial love, proving it’s worth more than any material possession.
10. Analyse Personification in the following lines of the poem “Because I could not stop for
Death” by Emily Dickinson.
Because I could not stop for Death –
He kindly stopped for me –
The Carriage held but just Ourselves –
And Immortality.

Personification: make things, ideas or animals do something only humans do
The author personifies death as a kind, gentlemanly figure, welcoming him with the line, “He
kindly stopped for me,” suggesting a comfortable, even friendly, relationship with death.
11. What is the setting and conflict in The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain?
 Setting:
Time: 1840s/19th century
Place: a fictional town of St. Petersburg, Missouri,
-External: Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn struggles with Injun Joe over the treasure.
-Internal: Tom struggling whether to tell anyone who killed Dr. Robinson or not to tell anyone
because Tom and Huck had an oath to not tell anyone about what happened.}
External: Tom and Huck face off against Injun Joe over the treasure.
Internal: Tom struggles with whether to reveal who killed Dr. Robinson, torn by the oath he
and Huck swore to keep silent.

12. What is the climax of “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” by Mark Twain?

Huck overhears Injun Joe’s plan to kill the Widow Douglas and risks his life to warn her.
Meanwhile, Tom, trapped in the cave, spots Injun Joe and searches for an escape.

PART 3 - WRITING

H What do you think about the love in “A Red Red Rose” by Robert Burns?
Write an essay and give reasons for your answer.
Write no more than 200 words.
Robert Burns' poem *"A Red, Red Rose"* celebrates deep and lasting love. The speaker
compares his love to a fresh red rose in June and a sweet melody, showing how pure and
beautiful it is.

Burns also shows that his love is timeless. He promises to love his beloved until the seas dry
up and the rocks melt in the sun, using powerful images to express how eternal and
unshakable his love is.

Even when they must part, the speaker promises to stay faithful and return, no matter how
far he has to go. This highlights his loyalty and devotion.

In short, Burns paints a picture of love that is passionate, enduring, and full of beauty, leaving
readers moved by its depth and strength.

H Which character do you like in “Oliver Twist” by Charles Dickens?

Write an essay and give reasons for your answer.
Write no more than 200 words.
I think Oliver in Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens is a brave and kind character. Despite facing
many challenges, he stays good-hearted and strong.

Oliver is brave because he doesn’t give up, even when life is hard. He grows up in a
workhouse where he is treated badly, but he keeps hoping for a better life. Asking for more
food shows his courage to stand up for himself.
He is also kind and gentle. Even when people like Fagin and Bill Sikes try to make him do bad
things, Oliver stays good. He cares about others, like Nancy, who tries to protect him.

I admire Oliver’s innocence too. He doesn’t let the cruel world change him. His pure heart
helps him find kind people, like Mr. Brownlow.

In the end, I like Oliver because he is brave, kind, and innocent. His story inspires me to stay
strong and true to myself, no matter how hard life gets.

H )Which character do you like in “Romeo & Juliet” by William Shakespeare? Write an essay and
give reasons for your answer.
Write no more than 200 words.
My favorite character in Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare is Juliet. She is a strong,
brave, and loving character who stands out in the play.

Juliet is brave because she follows her heart, even defying her family’s wishes. For instance,
she chooses to marry Romeo, a Montague, despite their families' feud, showing her courage
and independence.

Juliet is smart and thoughtful. She plans her actions carefully, like working with Friar Laurence
to fake her death and be with Romeo. Her cleverness makes her an admirable character.

Most importantly, Juliet’s love for Romeo is pure and strong. She loves him deeply and is
willing to make sacrifices for their love. Even when things become difficult, she remains loyal
to him.

In conclusion, Juliet’s bravery, intelligence, and deep love make her a powerful character who
inspires readers to stay true to their feelings and beliefs.

H How do you feel after reading “Daffodils” by William Wordsworth?

Write an essay and give reasons for your answer.
Write no more than 200 words.
After reading "Daffodils" by William Wordsworth, I feel calm and happy. The poem describes
a beautiful scene of nature that brings peace and joy to the mind.

The image of golden daffodils dancing in the breeze is cheerful. Wordsworth compares them
to stars, showing how bright and endless they seem, which amazes me.

He also shares how the memory of the flowers stays with him. When he feels lonely or sad,
remembering the daffodils fills his heart with joy. This reminds me that nature can bring
comfort and happiness even in hard times.
The poem’s simple but powerful words create a clear picture of the daffodils and the poet’s
feelings. I imagine myself standing in that field, enjoying the moment. In the end,
*"Daffodils"* makes me feel happy and relaxed.

It shows how nature’s beauty can touch our hearts and reminds me to appreciate the small
joys around us.

H What do you think about Oliver in “Oliver Twist” by Charles Dickens?

Write an essay and give reasons for your answer.
Write no more than 200 words.
I think Oliver in Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens is a brave and kind character. Despite facing
many challenges, he stays good-hearted and strong.

Oliver is brave because he doesn’t give up, even when life is hard. He grows up in a
workhouse where he is treated badly, but he keeps hoping for a better life. Asking for more
food shows his courage to stand up for himself.

He is also kind and gentle. Even when people like Fagin and Bill Sikes try to make him do bad
things, Oliver stays good. He cares about others, like Nancy, who tries to protect him.

I admire Oliver’s innocence too. He doesn’t let the cruel world change him. His pure heart
helps him find kind people, like Mr. Brownlow.

In the end, I like Oliver because he is brave, kind, and innocent. His story inspires me to stay
strong and true to myself, no matter how hard life gets.

H Who is your favourite character in “A Rose for Emily”. Write a description essay to
describe him/her.
Write no more than 200 words.
In “A Rose for Emily” by William Faulkner, I think Emily is a mysterious and tragic character.
Her life is lonely and sad, making her story both interesting and heartbreaking.

Emily is mysterious because she lives apart from the town and rarely goes outside. People
only see her with Homer Barron. Her old, dark house adds to her strange nature.

She is also tragic because her life is controlled by others. Her father doesn’t let her marry, and
after his death, she is left alone. Her loneliness leads her to hold on to Homer, even though he
doesn’t love her the same way.

Emily’s actions, like keeping Homer’s body, show how much she fears being abandoned. This
is shocking but shows her deep pain.
In the end, Emily is a sad and mysterious character. Her story makes me feel sorry for her
because she is lonely and isolated. It reminds us how important love and connection are.

H Which character do you like in the short story “The Gift of the Magi” by O. Henry? Write
an essay and give reasons for your answer.
Write no more than 200 words.
My favorite character in “The Gift of the Magi” by O. Henry is Della. She is a loving, selfless,
and caring wife who shows the true meaning of love.

Della shows deep love for her husband, Jim, even though they are poor. She wants to give him
a special Christmas gift to show how much she cares.

She is also very selfless. Della sells her long hair to buy Jim a gift, putting his happiness before
her own. Her sacrifice is a touching example of her love for him.

Della’s care and thoughtfulness make her admirable. Despite their lack of money, she gives
everything to show her love. Her sacrifice, along with Jim’s, makes their love story special.

In conclusion, I admire Della for her love, selflessness, and care. She shows that the best gift is
not material, but the love and sacrifices we make for others. Her actions make the story
unforgettable.

H Love is a strong theme presented in “The Gift of the Magi”. Write an essay to explain
how O. Henry suggests this theme throughout the work.
Write no more than 200 words.
In "The Gift of the Magi," O. Henry highlights love through the selfless actions of the main
characters, Della and Jim. Both sacrifice their most prized possessions to buy each other a
special Christmas gift.
Della sells her hair to buy a watch chain for Jim's prized pocket watch, while Jim sells his
watch to buy Della a set of combs for her hair. These sacrifices show their deep love and care
for each other, even though they end up with gifts that are no longer useful. O. Henry uses
irony to emphasize that the true value of their gifts lies not in their material worth, but in the
love and sacrifice behind them.

Through this, the story illustrates that love is more meaningful than possessions.

H What do you think about the character Tom Sawyer in The Adventures of Tom Sawyer?
Write an essay and give reasons for your answer.
Write no more than 200 words.
I think Tom Sawyer in The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain is a fun, clever, and
adventurous character. He makes the story exciting and enjoyable.
Tom is fun because he loves playing and makes boring tasks exciting, like when he gets his
friends to paint the fence. His playful nature makes him fun to read about.

He's also clever and creative, always coming up with smart ideas, like finding treasure or
helping his friends. He thinks quickly, especially when in tough situations, like when he's lost
in the cave with Becky Thatcher.

Most importantly, Tom is brave and loves adventure. He tries new things, even when risky,
and stands up for what’s right, like when he helps save Muff Potter in court. This shows he has
a kind heart.

In short, Tom Sawyer is fun, smart, and full of adventure. He teaches us to enjoy life, be brave,
and stay curious.

H What do you think about the character Emily in “The rose for Emily”? Write an essay and
give reasons for your answer.
Write no more than 200 words.
Write no more than 200 words.
In “A Rose for Emily” by William Faulkner, I think Emily is a mysterious and tragic character.
Her life is lonely and sad, making her story both interesting and heartbreaking.

Emily is mysterious because she lives apart from the town and rarely goes outside. People
only see her with Homer Barron. Her old, dark house adds to her strange nature.

She is also tragic because her life is controlled by others. Her father doesn’t let her marry, and
after his death, she is left alone. Her loneliness leads her to hold on to Homer, even though he
doesn’t love her the same way.

Emily’s actions, like keeping Homer’s body, show how much she fears being abandoned. This
is shocking but shows her deep pain.

In the end, Emily is a sad and mysterious character. Her story makes me feel sorry for her
because she is lonely and isolated. It reminds us how important love and connection are.

H What do you think about the character Emily’s father in “The rose for Emily”? Write an
essay and give reasons for your answer.
Write no more than 200 words.

H What do you think about Emily Dickinson after reading in “I could not stop for death”?
Write an essay and give reasons for your answer.
Write no more than 200 words.
After reading Emily Dickinson’s poem “I Could Not Stop for Death,” I think she is a thoughtful
and creative poet. She writes about death in a calm and interesting way.
Emily Dickinson’s poem sees death as a kind and polite guide taking her on a journey. Instead
of scary, she makes death seem calm and gentle. She describes passing familiar places like
fields, the setting sun, and her grave, which she calls a “house.” These peaceful images show
her deep thoughts about life and death.

I admire how she accepts death as part of life, seeing it as a journey to eternity. Her view is
wise and thoughtful.

In short, Dickinson’s calm and creative idea of death makes the poem unforgettable, teaching
us to see death as natural.