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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. In the poem "Livings," what kind of constellations are mentioned at the end of the poem?
2. In the poem "Talking in Bed," what does the narrator say about talking in bed?
3. In the poem "Dockery and Son," what does the narrator eat?
4. In the poem "Ambulances," what phrase is italicized?
5. In the poem "Sympathy in White Major," how many ice cubes does the narrator put in his glass?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
In the collection "The North Ship," winter and snow are common elements. Using at least three poems, write an essay detailing Larkin's use of these elements in the collection.
Essay Topic 2
In the collection "High Windows," Larkin uses light in many of his poems to create imagery and metaphor. Using at least three examples, write an essay showing Larkin's use of light.
Essay Topic 3
Memories play an important role in Larkin's poetry. Write an essay on the theme of memories in the collection "The Less Deceived." Make sure you use at least two poems in your argument.
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