Letters from Yorkshire Flashcards
1
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Metaphor - They are trying to remain connected to each other as their love is strong
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“Clearing a path through the snow”
2
Q
Metaphor - Light and air are essential for life so they need each other to live
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“Pouring air and light into the envelope”
3
Q
Metaphor - As far apart as they are they are still trying to keep their love alive
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“Across the icy miles”
4
Q
Metaphor - She feels she has sacrificed her love for achievement
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“Feeding words onto a blank screen”
5
Q
Metaphor - She is deeply passionate about her work
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“Heartful of headlines”
6
Q
Context
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7
Q
Links to other poems
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Winter swans - Love between partners
Neutral tones - Both speakers have given up getting closer to their partner
