Sonnet 73 by Shakespeare Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does 'Death's second self' (Line 8) refer to?

Black night (correct)

Old age

Twilight

Love

'It' in line 12 can best be interpreted to mean?

The intensity of the speaker's love

'That time of year' (line 1) refers to?

Old age (correct)

Summer

Spring

Winter

The twilight of such day is supported by all of the following images EXCEPT?

The glowing of such fire Signup and view all the answers

According to the speaker of 'Sonnet 73', what effect does his condition have on his beloved?

It causes her to value the little time they have left together Signup and view all the answers

An apt title for the poem could be?

Love's Fall Signup and view all the answers

How do Shakespeare's choices in structure match his choices in form?

Each quatrain is a sentence, the couplet is a sentence, the rhyme scheme matches the sentences Signup and view all the answers

How does the two-part structure of question and answer match the form?

3 quatrains contain 3 metaphors about life, aging, time as the problem / 1 couplet contains the solution that love is stronger than the problems Signup and view all the answers

How do the textbook's choices with form best match the structure of the poem?

Color of leaves are changing indicates fall and the dying of the leaves Signup and view all the answers

In 'Sonnet 73', the color yellow is used to symbolize which of the following?

The passing of time Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best paraphrases the line 'That time of year thou mayst in me behold'?

You may see in me that time of year Signup and view all the answers

In line 4 of 'Sonnet 73', what does Shakespeare compare to the choir lofts of churches?

Tree branches Signup and view all the answers

In line 10 of 'Sonnet 73', what poetic device is used in the description of a fire: 'That on the ashes of his youth doth lie'?

Personification Signup and view all the answers

Line 12 is an example of?

Paradox Signup and view all the answers

The irony in the poem can best be expressed in?

Line 14 Signup and view all the answers

The poem is an example of?

A Shakespearian Sonnet Signup and view all the answers

The poem is primarily developed by means of?

Metaphors Signup and view all the answers

The speaker most likely is?

Responsive to the beloved's constancy Signup and view all the answers

The tone of the poem is best described as?

Contemplative Signup and view all the answers

This thou perceiv'st is (line 13) refers to?

The beloved's acknowledgement of the speaker's mortality Signup and view all the answers

What season of life does 'Sonnet 73' describe?

Old age Signup and view all the answers

What season of the year is the speaker describing in lines 1-4 of 'Sonnet 73'?

Autumn Signup and view all the answers

Which metaphors does the poet use to exemplify the ravages of time in 'Sonnet 73'?

The dwindling fire, the bare tree branches, the twilight of the day Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best sums up the lines of 'Sonnet 73'?

You see that I am nearing the end of my life, so you should love me while you can Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Themes and Imagery

"Death's second self" signifies the encroachment of death, represented through "black night."
"It" in line 12 symbolizes the depth and fervor of the speaker's love.
"That time of year" refers to the inevitable decline associated with old age.

Structural Analysis

The poem's three quatrains introduce metaphors related to life, aging, and time, while the couplet presents love as a resolution.
Each quatrain functions as a complete thought, correlating with the overall sonnet structure.
The rhyme scheme enhances the poem's meaning, reinforcing the connection between sentences and ideas.

Symbolism

The imagery of changing leaf colors represents the season of fall, symbolizing the passage of time and the onset of decay.
The color yellow is emblematic of time's relentless march and the mortality it signifies.

Poetic Devices

Shakespeare utilizes personification in describing the fire resting on "the ashes of his youth."
Line 12 demonstrates a paradox, reflective of conflicting emotions found in the poem.

Tone and Perspective

The contemplative tone invites a deep reflection on life's transience and the urgency of love in the face of mortality.
The speaker's acknowledgment of his condition encourages the beloved to appreciate the remaining time together.

Summary and Interpretation

The poem serves as a reminder of life's fragility, urging love to be expressed and appreciated while time remains.
Key metaphors portray aging: dwindling fire, bare branches, and twilight, all conveying the theme of temporal decline.

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Test your understanding of William Shakespeare's Sonnet 73 with these flashcards. Each card provides important phrases and their meanings, helping you grasp the themes and imagery used in this classic poem. Perfect for students and poetry enthusiasts alike!