Poem Analysis: 'Dust of Snow' by Robert Frost

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What is the primary action that takes place in the poem?

Dust is shaken from a hemlock tree (correct)
A crow is being described
A person's mood is changing
A day is being relived

What is the effect of the dust on the speaker?

It causes the speaker to rue the day
It makes the speaker focus on the hemlock tree
It makes the speaker contemplate the crow
It gives the speaker a change of mood (correct)

What is the significance of the hemlock tree?

It is a symbol of death
It is a symbol of nature's power (correct)
It is a symbol of hope
It is simply a tree where the crow is sitting

What is the emotional tone of the poem?

Redemptive (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the speaker's emotional state before the crow's action?

Rueful (A) Signup and view all the answers

What could the crow's action be seen to symbolize in the context of the poem?

A disturbance or awakening that prompts a change in perspective Signup and view all the answers

How does the poem explore the relationship between nature and human emotions?

Through the transformation of the speaker's mood in response to a natural event, highlighting the interconnectedness of human emotions and the natural world Signup and view all the answers

What role does the hemlock tree play in the poem beyond its literal significance?

It serves as a symbol of fragility and impermanence, highlighting the fleeting nature of human emotions Signup and view all the answers

How does the poem's use of juxtaposition contribute to its themes?

By contrasting the speaker's initial 'rued' day with the transformative power of the natural event, highlighting the capacity for change and redemption Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the speaker's emotional state after the crow's action?

The speaker has undergone a profound shift, replacing their initial negativity with a newfound sense of hope and redemption Signup and view all the answers