Question

Read the first two lines of the poem “Dew” and answer the question. As dew leaves the cobweb lightly Threaded with stars, The language and imagery in these opening lines depict _____. brightness dampness spookiness delicacy

Answer 1

As dew leaves the cobweb lightly Threaded with stars, The language and imagery in these opening lines depict brightness.

Answer: A

Explanation

In this poem, the poet starts with the joy that is spread all throughout the first two lines.

Moving forward the brightness of the poem disappears to sadness and a feeling of loneliness.

It feels as if the poet is missing someone who was supposed to be close to her but has left her alone.

She remembers the love she once felt and compares it to the sights she sees in her life.