Walt Whitman

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What poetic form does Walt Whitman use in "Song of Myself"?
Free verse, which does not follow a strict meter, rhyme, or form.
What is the theme of equality in "Song of Myself"?
Whitman celebrates equality among all people, whether they are famous heroes, unknown heroes, those who have failed, or those who lost battles.
How does Whitman emphasize gender equality in "Song of Myself"?
In section 21, Whitman states that being a woman is just as great as being a man, emphasizing that both genders are equally significant.
How does Whitman use parallelism in "Song of Myself"?
Whitman uses parallelism to connect the individual to the collective, such as in the opening lines where he links "myself" with "you," symbolizing equality between individuals and citizens.
What is the significance of the opening lines of "Song of Myself"?
The opening lines celebrate the individual and highlight the shared identity of all people, suggesting that what belongs to the poet belongs to everyone.