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79-80 The Victorian Period

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81-82 Tennyson: “The Lady of Shalott”

3. Tennyson: “The Lady of Shalott” [IN 82]
Life
5 key points about Tennyson’s life – IYOW!
Literature
3 key points about Tennyson’s literary contributions – IYOW!
Why He Matters
1 thoughtful response on why Tennyson matters to those who study British literature.

4. Tennyson: “The Lady of Shalott” [IN 81]
What are three examples of literary devices that Tennyson uses effectively (personification, simile, metaphor, imagery, alliteration, assonance)? How does each device add to the meaning or feeling of the poem?
What are five words that you consider to be especially well chosen in this piece (diction)? What attitude/tone does the diction create?
Where do shifts occur in the poem? What is the purpose of each shift? How do they contribute to effect and meaning?
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