My Last Duchess - Robert Browning

Question 1

What structure methods are used in this poem?

Answer 1

• Rhythm however loaded with enjambement which masks the rhythm.
• Dramatic monologue - long speech could represent the how seriously he is taking the warning

Question 2

How is pride show in this poem?

Answer 2

His pride is dented as he is supposed to be a wealthy and proud character, yet he is not Seen in a good light

Question 3

3 quotes?

Answer 3

• I gave demands
• Then all smiles stopped together
• My gift of a nine-hundred year old name

Question 4

What is the poem about

Answer 4

A duke who wants a new wife because the last one was killed because she was flirting with other men

Question 5

What themes can My Last Duchess explore?

Answer 5

Power of Humans-
Memory-
Negative emotions (pride)-
Identity-

Question 6

What language techniques are used?

Answer 6

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