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.

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What are the different oddities demonstrated in the poem, and why are they used?

1

One of the ways that Johnson utilizes “red” is…

1

Are Africa and Rome specifically used as a juxtaposition?

1

Who are the “unlabeled”? Select all that apply.

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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)

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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)

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Which of the following is the advice Johnson is trying to give to the reader?