a poison tree quotes w method Flashcards
1
Q
‘my wrath did end…
A
my wrath did grow’
stanza is example of antithesis by placing two contrasting statements close to each other, highlights the expression of anger and when they didnt.
2
Q
‘i sunned it with smiles…
A
with soft deceitful wiles’
tries to conceal their anger, though this only helps it grow. sibilance mimics the sound of hissing, makes their masking of anger seem sinister it can also show growth
3
Q
‘my foe outstretch’d…
A
beneath the tree’
talking about death of enemy or reference to roots feeding the anger of the person. double entendre
