In "The Raven," how does the introduction of the bird contribute to the poem's theme that desperation can lead to mental instability? A. The speaker understands that Lenore sent the bird to visit him.

B. The speaker believes that the bird answers his questions.

C. The speaker believes that the bird is a reincarnation of Lenore.

D. The speaker thinks the bird is a ancient god sent to comfort him.

What distinguishes the dialogue of this excerpt most clearly as a work of the postmodern era?

Which of the following statements is true about the figure below?

In comparing "minerva and arachne" and "niobe," can you establish a common theme running throughout both texts? how do you think this theme might change if the stories were written in first-person point of view? write a journal entry explaining the theme of both "minerva and arachne" and "nirobe." then, consider how the theme might change if the tales were written using a first-person point of view. use examples and evidence from both texts to support your analysis.