She Walks In beauty structure Flashcards
1
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Whats the metre?
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Iambic Tetrameter
1
Q
Effect of the metre
A
Makes the poem musical
Likened to a hymn reinforcing the woman’s innocent and ethereal beauty
2
Q
What is the structure?
A
Three stanzas equal in length
3
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Effect of structure
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Strict structure to fully capture the beauty of woman whilst also taking time to convey his complex thoughts about her
4
Q
Whats the rhyme scheme?
A
ABABAB
5
Q
Effect of rhyme scheme
A
Further reinforces the themes of harmony and balance prominent in poem
Lends a delicate musical feel
6
Q
Enjambment used in this poem
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Number of lines paired together through enjambment and then end stopped
7
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Enjambment effect
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Reflects theme of harmony and perfection
Also interpreted as speakers struggle to truly express his emotions for the woman.
