Question

In an essay, explain how the alliteration in "Full Fathom Five" helps convey the atmosphere of the poem. Think about where the poem is set and what is described. Then, give two examples of alliteration in the poem, and describe how they add to the atmosphere. Use the reading selection to help you answer the question.

Answer 1

Full fathom five thy father lies. 
Of his bones are coral made 
Those are pearls that were his eyes 
Nothing of him that Doth fade 
But doth suffer a sea change 
Into something rich and strange 
See names hourly ring his knell 
Ding dong. Hark! Now I hear them ding dong bell.