When we Two Parted

Question 1

What are When we two parted themes and comparisons

Answer 1

Romantic relationships that have ended bitterly

Neutral Tones
Porphyria’s Lover

Semantic Field of Death
Self Pity and grief

Question 2

In secret we met, in ____

Answer 2

“In secret we met, in silence I grief”

Change from plural to singular
“In secret we met, in silence I grieve” Extremely self centered
is grieving because the partner has moved on

Question 3

In silence and ____

Answer 3

“In silence and tears”

Repetition
Cyclical Structure
He can’t move on from their relationship, and longs for it to be restored

Question 4

All vows are ___

Answer 4

“All vows are broken”
Ironic because he had an affair
Implied feelings of betrayal and bitterness
Imagery of marriage

Question 5

Structural points for When we Two Parted

Answer 5

Highly controlled rhythm and rhyme shows his deep reflection about their relationship