Reality and Cynicism in Poetry

Question 1

What is a main theme of Dunbar's first stanza? What is a main theme of Crane's poem?

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A: Some people are forced to hide their suffering.; C: Pain is part of the human condition.; D: Humankind is inherently selfish.; F: The universe is indifferent to humankind.

Question 2

Compare the themes of the two poems.

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B: Dunbar's poem examines African Americans' place in society; Crane's poem examines humankind's place in the universe.

Question 3

How do the themes of both poems reflect the beliefs of naturalism?

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C: Both show humans' helplessness in the face of external forces.

Question 4

Contrast the themes of the two poems.

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D: Dunbar's poem focuses on societal forces; Crane's poem focuses on environmental forces.

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