Read the poem below, then use the RAD method to identify and explain at least two stylistic devices that the poet uses to add interest and meaning to the poem.
“Who Has Seen the Wind?” by Christina Rosetti
Who has seen the wind?
Neither I nor you:
But when the leaves hang trembling,
The wind is passing through.
Who has seen the wind?
Neither you nor I:
But when the trees bow down their heads,
The wind is passing by.
R - The first stylistic device used in the poem is repetition. The phrase "Who has seen the wind?" is repeated twice, creating a refrain or chorus-like effect. This repetition serves to reinforce the central theme of the poem, which is the unseen and intangible nature of the wind. It draws attention to the mysterious and elusive quality of the wind, highlighting the fact that even though we cannot see it, we can feel its presence and effects.
A - The second stylistic device used in the poem is personification. The poet gives human qualities to the natural elements in the poem, such as leaves and trees. The leaves are described as "trembling" and the trees are described as "bow[ing] down their heads." This personification helps to create a sense of movement and energy in the poem, revealing the power and influence of the wind even though it cannot be seen. It also adds a layer of meaning to the poem, suggesting that nature has a life and will of its own, even in the absence of human presence.