Literary Devices in Urban Planning Analysis

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What is the primary poetic device identified in the statement regarding habit?

  • Repetition (correct)
  • Metaphor
  • Alliteration
  • Simile

What does the term 'vagaries' imply in the context of emotions?

  • Unpredictability and randomness (correct)
  • Stability and clarity
  • Predictability and order
  • Intensity and passion

Which poetic device is exemplified by the phrase 'love and despair and anxiety and their pain'?

  • Oxymoron
  • Anaphora
  • Polysyndeton (correct)
  • Onomatopoeia

What is suggested by the comparison of Avman passion to biology?

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What does the term 'inverter emotions' imply in the context of the analysis?

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What aspect does the instrument primarily critique regarding urban planning?

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Which literary device is NOT mentioned as being used in the instrument's analysis?

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What is suggested as being prioritized over environmental concerns in the planning process?

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What term describes the patterns created by urban planning as noted in the instrument's analysis?

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What tone does the instrument take towards modernization in urban planning?

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What aspect does the analysis primarily emphasize about the instrument?

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Which poetic device is used to emphasize the rhythm of life's systems?

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What duality does the analysis convey about certain aspects of life?

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How does the instrument portray the control over emotions, according to the analysis?

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What does the term 'strong & delicate' imply in the context of the analysis?

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What type of notebook is described in the image?

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What can be inferred about the condition of the handwritten notes?

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Which color of ink is NOT mentioned as being used in the notebook?

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Where is the notebook placed according to the description?

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Which specific detail about the bedspread is included in the description?

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What does the imperative phrase 'Stop all the clocks' primarily symbolize in the context of grief?

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How does the phrase 'Prevent the dog from barking with a juicy bone' illustrate irony?

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What does the term 'muffled' in the phrase 'with muffled drum' signify regarding the expected behavior of mourners?

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What underlying theme is suggested by the speaker's command to 'cut off the telephone'?

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In the context of the poem, what does the concept of 'overwhelming silence' primarily convey about death?

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What is a key theme highlighted in the poem or story?

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Which poetic device is exemplified by the phrase 'black cotton gloves'?

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How does the use of past tense verbs contribute to the overall meaning of the poem/story?

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Which of the following best represents the speaker's emotional state throughout the text?

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What psychological effect is associated with the use of medical terms as described in the analysis?

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What does the term 'Brilling' signify in the analysis?

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What element is emphasized by the use of 'working week' in the narrative?

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How does the document describe the tone created by the use of medical terms?

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What is one of the key themes related to the manipulative process of using medical terms?

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What imagery is emphasized in conjunction with the act of 'drilling'?

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What does 'drilling' symbolize in the context of the analysis?

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What aspect of the instrument is associated with erasing the freedom of nature?

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Which literary device is used to highlight the instrument's effect on states of being?

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What is the effect of using clinical and emotionless terms according to the analysis?

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What does the term 'dental dexterity' imply in the context of the instrument?

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What contrasting notions are presented in the analysis?

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In what way does the instrument's structure reflect a planner's vision?

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How is the nature of the instrument described in relation to humanity?

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What is implied by the term 'quiet efficiency' in the analysis of the instrument?

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What overall impression of the instrument does the document convey?

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Which descriptive terms are used to characterize the instrument's nature?

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What quality distinguishes the Spirit from the body in the context of creation?

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How is the Spirit described in relation to its effectiveness in creating life?

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What does the author imply about the nature of human emotions?

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Which metaphor is used to illustrate the contrast between the Spirit and the body?

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What duality is presented regarding the body in the analysis?

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In what way is creating life characterized in the analysis?

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What does the Spirit lack according to the observations made in the analysis?

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What is emphasized about the body in contrast to the Spirit's capabilities?

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What central theme is highlighted in the speaker's experience with the deceased?

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Which poetic device is used to emphasize recurring themes throughout the poem?

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What emotional states does the speaker primarily experience in response to death?

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How does the speaker's perception of love change throughout the poem?

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In what way does the analysis interpret the connection between the speaker and the deceased?

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Which aspect of communication is linked to the deceased's presence?

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What is implied by the reference to 'Sunday Rest' in the analysis?

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What does the analysis suggest about the overall emotional growth of the speaker despite their hardships?

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Flashcards

Personification and Sibilance

The use of literary devices like sibilance (repetition of 's' sounds) in the instrument to create a sense of urgency and overwhelming modernization, highlighting the impact of human actions on the environment.

Efficiency over Sustainability

A criticism of how urban development prioritizes efficiency and progress over the natural qualities and sustainability of the environment.

Rigid, Unnatural Patterns

The instrument critiques the rigid, unnatural patterns imposed by urban planning, emphasizing how it lacks organic qualities found in nature.

Mechanical Precision in Planning

The instrument emphasizes the mechanical nature of urban planning, highlighting its planned and rigid processes in order to create a standardized environment, potentially sacrificing its natural qualities.

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Unceasing Pursuit of Development

The instrument highlights a key theme of the relentless pursuit of development for the sake of progress, even at the expense of important environmental aspects.

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Medical Terms in Literature

The use of medical terms, particularly in a literary context, can portray a sense of detachment and manipulate how individuals perceive and understand the world around them.

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Detached Language

Using language that creates distance and lacks emotion, much like medical terminology, can minimize the significance of past events and individual memories.

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Urharisation

The concept of 'urharisation' emphasizes a dehumanizing, manipulative process that can lead to uniformity and control over individuals.

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What is 'Brilling'?

The text uses the word 'Brilling' to suggest a historical loss or transition, potentially relating to cultural heritage.

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Drilling: Symbol of Destruction

The use of 'drilling' as a metaphor in the text represents a forceful and destructive approach to cultural and natural heritage.

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Fossils as Heritage

The imagery of 'fossils' symbolizes the fragility and importance of historical and cultural artifacts, highlighting their vulnerability to destructive forces.

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Clinical Language

The use of clinical and emotionless terms creates a detached and impersonal tone, minimizing the individual perspective.

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Erasing History

The author criticizes the use of medical terminology as a tool for erasing history and individual identity.

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Smoothing Tone

The instrument, possibly a tool or technology, makes history seem smooth and controlled, hiding imperfections and details. It makes things appear efficient and organized.

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Tricolon (Anesthesia, Amnesia, Hypnosis)

This literary device emphasizes the instrument's impact on our state of being, suggesting a shift within a person.

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Dehumanizing Structures

The instrument is detached from human needs, focusing instead on creating structures that are expendable. This dehumanizes people, making them appear less important.

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Precise Diction/Enjambment

The instrument uses deliberate words and skillfully connects ideas, creating a sense of calculated precision. It carefully crafts its message.

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Idealized, Artificial, Ordered Vision

The instrument aims to create an idealized and artificial view of the world, promoting a sense of order that might not be natural or sustainable.

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Planners Vision

The instrument acts like a tool used by planners to impose their vision on the world. It helps them shape the environment according to their designs.

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Clinical Skill

The instrument's approach is described as 'clinical,' suggesting a detached and almost emotionless perspective. It acts like a doctor performing a procedure.

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Sterile and Violent Nature

The instrument has a sterile quality, but its methods are also violent. This paradox highlights how it can be both clean and destructive, a critique of modern techniques.

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Spirit as an Inadequate Tool

The Spirit, a tool used to create life, lacks the precision and detail needed for the intricate complexities of life itself.

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Spirit's Limited Understanding of Human Experiences

The Spirit is limited in its ability to grasp the nuances of human experiences, which are complex and multifaceted.

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Complexity of Life vs. Spirit's Limitations

The intricate nature of life's processes, from cellular function to human emotions, highlights the inadequacy of the Spirit as a tool for creation.

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Body's Precision vs. Spirit's Imprecision

The human body demonstrates incredible precision and control in its movements, unlike the Spirit, which is seen as less precise.

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Paradox of the Human Body

The human body is both delicate and strong, showcasing its incredible complexity and resilience.

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Metaphors and Imagery in the Analysis

Metaphors and imagery like 'manipulating tendons' are used to emphasize the contrast between the body's controlled precision and the Spirit's potential lack of precision.

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Central Argument of the Analysis

The analysis emphasizes the limitations of the Spirit as a creator, highlighting the intricate nature of life's processes and the body's impressive precision.

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Descriptive Elements of the Analysis

The analysis uses descriptive elements, including imagery and metaphors, to illustrate the Spirit's limitations and the body's intricate capabilities.

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Visual Imagery

The use of words that create a vivid picture in the reader's mind, often using descriptive language and sensory details.

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Speaker's Feelings

The speaker in the text expresses deep sadness, loss, and feeling lost.

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Hyperbole

Exaggeration used for emphasis or effect.

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Metaphor

Comparing two things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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Past Tense Verbs

The use of past tense verbs to show the impact of the loss and the lasting effects of grief.

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Polysyndeton

The repeated use of conjunctions (like "and" or "or") to emphasize a list of things, giving a sense of overwhelming or exaggerated effect. For example, "We went to the beach and swam and played and ate ice cream."

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Habit over Passion

The instrument's lack of passion is natural and instinctive, suggesting it's not driven by human emotions like love or desire. Its perfection is effortless, implying an innate ability.

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Invented Emotions

The author portrays emotions, like love, despair, and anxiety, as unreal and invented by the mind, contrasting them with the body's natural, effortless perfection.

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Vagaries of the Mind

The text uses "vagaries" to describe the mind's unpredictable and random nature, contrasting it with the instrument's precise and ordered creation.

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Interwoven Structure

This refers to the way the analyzed instrument, likened to the human eye or eyelashes, showcases how intricately connected every part of life is. It emphasizes how nothing exists in isolation and everything is interconnected.

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Imagery + Juxtaposition

The concept of combining imagery and contrasting ideas, like the sharpness of fingernails alongside the delicate nature of eyelashes, highlights the contrasting yet complementary aspects of life. It shows how strength and fragility coexist.

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Precision and Perfection of Life

The instrument reveals the meticulous precision and detail that exist in life. It emphasizes that everything has a specific purpose and place, reflecting the intricate design of the natural world.

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Repetition in Language

Repetitive language, like 'zoom nothings,' emphasizes the rhythmic, seamless, and flawlessly intricate nature of life's systems.

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Dominating or Governing Feelings

The instrument's analysis suggests that it offers a sense of control and mastery over emotions and sensations, perhaps implying a feeling of being able to understand and manage complex feelings.

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Why does the speaker demand a halt to clocks and phones?

The speaker uses imperative sentences, demanding the 'stop' of everyday activities like clocks and phones, to express the overwhelming grief caused by the death of a loved one. This abrupt halt of the usual flow of life reflects the sudden disruption and immense sorrow.

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What's the irony in the phrase "juicy bone"?

The phrase 'juicy bone' is ironic, as it implies that a dog would be distracted from grief by pleasure, highlighting the absurdity of expecting joy in the midst of deep sorrow.

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Why should pianos be silenced and drums muffled?

The speaker wants mournful instruments to play a somber, subdued melody, reflecting the respectful and restrained nature of mourning. The use of 'muffled' suggests a dampened joy, showing a deep respect for the departed.

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What does the speaker find "unnatural" about life continuing after death?

The poem explores the unnatural feeling of life continuing when someone significant has passed away. It highlights the sense of 'unnaturalness' when the speaker's world has been shattered by loss.

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How does the poem use musical imagery to express grief?

The poem uses a wide range of musical imagery to symbolize the speaker's grief. Silenced pianos evoke a sense of subdued joy, while muffled drums represent a measured and respectful mourning process.

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Multi-colored ink

The use of different colored inks suggests a process of recording information over time, emphasizing the complexities of memory and knowledge.

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Notebook on a bed

The notebook's setting on a bed with personal items suggests a deeply personal and intimate connection to the knowledge contained within it.

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Tiny handwriting

The small size of the handwriting suggests a high level of detail and focus, highlighting the meticulous nature of the notes.

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Spiral-bound Notebook

The spiral-bound notebook suggests a continuous and evolving process of learning and knowledge.

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Ink colors

The varied shades of purple, dark blue, and black ink suggest a range of emotions, perspectives, and experiences.

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Disruption by Death

The speaker's life is drastically altered by the presence of death.

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Intertwined Existence

The speaker and the deceased are described as having a deep, intertwined connection.

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Holiness and "Sunday Rest"

The deceased is held in high regard, symbolized by the idea of 'Sunday Rest' and holiness.

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Emotional State

The speaker experiences emotional turmoil, including depression, loss, and regret, due to the death.

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Everyday Communication

The poem explores how the deceased's presence is interwoven into the speaker's everyday life and thoughts.

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Central Role of the Deceased

The deceased played a vital role in the speaker's life, influencing decisions and actions.

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Naive Belief in Permanence

The speaker's initial belief in the permanence of love is challenged by the experience of death.

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Shattered by Death

The poem shows how love, life's moments, and the speaker's perceptions are shattered by death.

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