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What is the primary theme of Sonnet 73?
What is the primary theme of Sonnet 73?
- The poet's contemplation of approaching death (correct)
- The poet's exploration of unrequited love
- The poet's celebration of eternal youth
- The poet's admiration of nature's beauty
What does the poet urge the Friend to do in Sonnet 73?
What does the poet urge the Friend to do in Sonnet 73?
- Forget the poet completely
- Reject the poet's love
- Pursue other friendships
- Requite the love more intensely (correct)
How does the poet describe himself in relation to the season of autumn in Sonnet 73?
How does the poet describe himself in relation to the season of autumn in Sonnet 73?
- Like a tree in autumn, bare with just a few yellow leaves (correct)
- Like a tree in summer, with lush green leaves
- Like a tree in winter, covered in snow
- Like a tree in spring, full of blossoming flowers
What is the tone of Sonnet 73?
What is the tone of Sonnet 73?
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What is the poet's attitude towards the Friend in Sonnet 73?
What is the poet's attitude towards the Friend in Sonnet 73?
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Study Notes
Sonnet 73 Analysis
- The primary theme of Sonnet 73 is the passing of time and the inevitability of mortality.
- The poet urges the Friend to cherish and appreciate their relationship while it still exists, as time is fleeting.
- The poet describes himself as being in the autumn of his life, with "black night" approaching, symbolizing old age and death.
- The tone of Sonnet 73 is melancholic, introspective, and contemplative, with a sense of urgency.
- The poet's attitude towards the Friend is one of deep affection and appreciation, emphasizing the importance of their bond in the face of mortality.
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Explore your understanding of Shakespeare's Sonnet 73 with this quiz. Test your knowledge of the critical appreciation and the theme of friendship in the sonnet. Delve into the poet's contemplation of mortality and the emotional depth of the verses.
