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Question
Use the poem to answer the question.
The snow drifts into hills of white.
The imprints of his lonely plight
Lie deep beneath the fallen snow,
Lost to all but those who know
The truths that spurred this venture forth
From warmer pasts to its present course,
The words, the deeds, the thoughts untold—
The love that lost to a heart too bold.
Reflecting hues of the starless night,
The snow drifts into hills of white.
In 3-5 sentences, identify and explain at least two stylistic devices that the poet uses to add interest and meaning to the poem
One stylistic device used in the poem is repetition. The phrase "The snow drifts into hills of white" is repeated at the beginning and at the end of the poem. This repetition adds a sense of symmetry and completeness to the poem, as well as emphasizing the central theme of the snow drifting.
Another stylistic device used is personification. The snow is described as having the ability to reflect hues of the starless night, which gives the snow a sense of life and action. This personification adds depth and imagery to the poem, allowing the reader to visualize the scene and feel a sense of connection to the snow.