Based on the meaning of the word derivative
what is a possible theme of the poem?
An intelligent poet is not inspired by others.
An unoriginal poem is not worthwhile.
A poem needing interpretation isn't worth
reading

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What type of figurative language is used in this sentence from james joyce's "the dead"? his soul swooned slowly as he heard the snow falling faintly through the universe and faintly falling. a. metaphor b. alliteration c. hyperbole d. euphemism