1) The tone in the song of myself number 52 is best described as
a. lighthearted
b. bombastic
c. detached
d. intimate
2) Which images best appeals to the sense of hearing or sound?
a. "the spotted hawk swoops by and accuses me he complains of my gab and my loitering".
b. "I too am not a bit tamed i too am untranslatable".
c. "the last scud of day holds back for me.."
d. "i depart as air, i shake my white locks at the runaway sun..."
3) In, song of myself, number 52, Whitman
a.suggests that poetry will save the world
b. explains that all poets deserve equal respect
c. proclaims his own importance as a poet
d. disscuses the difference between poetry and prose
i think the anwers are 1) a 2)a 3) c
i've read most of these sites but couldn't really make sure of my answers i mean for example number 1 i was and still is confused between a and d ... i am not really able to comprehend the question. do you think my answers are right? it would really help
To determine the correct answers, let's analyze each question in detail:
1) The tone in the song of myself number 52: This requires an understanding of Walt Whitman's poem "Song of Myself" and specifically the tone present in section 52. To find the answer, you can read section 52 of the poem and analyze the language, imagery, and overall mood of the text.
2) Images that best appeal to the sense of hearing or sound: Read each option and identify the words or phrases that evoke auditory sensations. Consider the specific sounds mentioned and how they contribute to the poem's imagery and meaning.
3) In song of myself, number 52, Whitman's intention: Look for clues within the text to understand Whitman's message or purpose in this particular section. Consider the themes, ideas, or statements expressed by the poet and select the option that best aligns with those elements.
Please provide the text from section 52 of "Song of Myself" for a thorough analysis.