"When We Two Parted" Flashcards
1
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Quotation on the first line?
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“When we two parted / In silence and tears”
2
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“When we two parted / In silence and tears”
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Reflects the painful and sorrowful nature of the breakup, emphasizing the lack of closure and emotional distance
3
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quotation about a broken heart
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“Half-broken-hearted / To sever for years”
4
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“Half-broken-hearted / To sever for years”
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Highlights the lasting emotional damage caused by the separation
5
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Quotation about vows being broken?
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“Thy vows are all broken”
6
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Full analysis of “When We Two Parted”
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- The use of silence and tears creates an atmosphere of emotional isolation
- The repetition of heartbreak and the metaphor of “vows broken” evoke a strong sense of betrayal
- The speaker expresses a deep sense of regret and loss