Common Dust
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10 questions
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In this poem “dust” is used as a symbol. Which meanings of “dust” did Johnson want the reader to take away? Select all that apply.
In this poem “dust” is used as a symbol. Which meanings of “dust” did Johnson want the reader to take away? Select all that apply.
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What are the different oddities demonstrated in the poem, and why are they used?
What are the different oddities demonstrated in the poem, and why are they used?
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One of the ways that Johnson utilizes “red” is…
One of the ways that Johnson utilizes “red” is…
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Are Africa and Rome specifically used as a juxtaposition?
Are Africa and Rome specifically used as a juxtaposition?
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Who are the “unlabeled”? Select all that apply.
Who are the “unlabeled”? Select all that apply.
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What is the ‘mystery’?
What is the ‘mystery’?
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“Start” is an example of multiple meaning diction, which of the following are the correct meanings of “start” employed in the poem? (Select all that apply)
“Start” is an example of multiple meaning diction, which of the following are the correct meanings of “start” employed in the poem? (Select all that apply)
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Which of the following examples of rhetoric are used in the poem? Select one.
Which of the following examples of rhetoric are used in the poem? Select one.
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Does Tenet B apply to this poem? (Explain why or why not) (the fragmentation of society; focuses on the disillusionment with others)
Does Tenet B apply to this poem? (Explain why or why not) (the fragmentation of society; focuses on the disillusionment with others)
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Which of the following is the advice Johnson is trying to give to the reader?
Which of the following is the advice Johnson is trying to give to the reader?