To autumn

• Who is the author of the poem "To Autumn"?

  John Keats
• What is the main theme of Keats's poem "To Autumn"?

  The beauty and abundance of autumn
• How does Keats personify autumn in the poem?

  As a close friend of the Sun
• What does the term "Romanticism" refer to in literature?

  A movement emphasizing emotion and nature
• What does Keats's background reveal about his poetry?

  His difficult family life influenced his themes
• What event inspired Keats to write "To Autumn"?

  A walk by the River Itchen
• What does the extra line in each stanza of "To Autumn" suggest?

  Autumn's overflowing abundance of life
• How old was Keats when he died?

  25 years old
• What are the key characteristics of Romanticism in literature?

  • Emphasis on emotion and individualism
  • Celebration of nature's beauty and power
  • Importance of imagination and inspiration
  • Focus on everyday people and experiences
• What imagery is prevalent in the first stanza of "To Autumn"?

  • Abundance of nature
  • Symbiotic relationship between man and nature
  • Celebratory tone through positive language
• How does Keats depict the relationship between work and rest in the second stanza?

  • Images of labor (e.g., cider press, gleaner)
  • Images of rest (e.g., sound asleep, careless)
  • Personification of autumn as a worker
• What does the term "ode" refer to in poetry?

  A lyric poem meant to be sung
• What does the rhetorical question in the second stanza imply about autumn?

  Everyone sees autumn in their storehouse
• How does Keats's use of archaic language affect the poem?

  It adds a timeless quality to the poem
• What is the significance of the poem's title "To Autumn"?

  • Suggests an ode structure
  • Indicates praise for the autumn season
  • Reflects the themes of abundance and beauty
• What is a "gourd" as mentioned in the glossary?

  A type of fruit like pumpkins
• What does "winnowing" refer to in the context of the poem?

  Blowing air through grain to separate it
• How does the imagery of "sitting careless" contribute to the poem's themes?

  It emphasizes relaxation amidst hard work
• What themes are explored in the final stanza of "To Autumn"?

  • The passage of time
  • The interconnectedness of life and death
  • The beauty of nature's cycles
• What does "kernel" refer to in the glossary?

  The edible part of a nut
• How does Keats's personal life influence the poem's tone?

  His struggles add depth to autumn's beauty
• What does the phrase "the small gnats mourn" suggest about autumn?

  It reflects a sense of melancholy in nature
• How does the structure of "To Autumn" reflect its themes?

  • Each stanza has an extra line, symbolizing abundance
  • The ode structure emphasizes praise for autumn
  • The flow mirrors the natural cycles of life
• What type of poem is "To Autumn"?

  It is an ode
• How many lines are in each stanza of "To Autumn"?

  Eleven lines
• What does the eleven lines per stanza represent?

  Autumn overflowing and full of life
• What does the persona criticize about spring?

  Its lack of sounds and songs
• How is autumn personified in the poem?

  As a musician
• What emotional response does autumn evoke according to Keats?

  A strong sense of happiness
• What tone is created in the stanza discussing autumn's end?

  A sad tone
• What imagery suggests the arrival of winter?

  The swallows gathering to migrate
• What does the phrase "soft dying day" suggest?

  A sense of loss
• What does the poem suggest about the progression of time?

  It has a start, middle, and end
• What does the poem imply about man's interaction with nature?

  It reflects a deep connection
• What is the mood of the poem as described in the analysis?

  Celebratory, then slightly sad
• What is one theme identified in "To Autumn"?

  Nature
• How does the poem relate to the theme of love?

  It expresses strong admiration
• What does the poem suggest about death?

  Autumn must die for nature's cycle
• What is the significance of enjambment in the poem?

  It enhances the flow of ideas
• How can a Venn diagram be used in analyzing poems?

  To compare themes and techniques