LOLA JACOBS ASSIGNMENTS © 2024
THL1502
ASSIGNMENT NO: 02
YEAR : 2024
PREVIEW:
QUESTION1: METAPHOR
[10]
1 What is the most widely used figure of speech in poetry and what is its specific
characteristic? (2)
• Metaphor is the most widely used figure of speech in poetry. It involves the
comparison of two unlike things by stating that one thing is another. Its specific
characteristic is its ability to create vivid imagery and convey complex ideas in
a concise manner.
2. Which specific metaphorical construction is “the pitiless wave” in line 23?
Mention and briefly describe the different constituent parts. (2)
• The specific metaphorical construction in "the pitiless wave" is a
personification. Personification attributes human characteristics, such as
emotions or actions, to non-human entities. In this case, the wave is described
as "pitiless," implying that it is cruel or merciless.
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THL1502
ASSIGNMENT NO: 02
YEAR : 2024
PREVIEW:
QUESTION1: METAPHOR
[10]
1 What is the most widely used figure of speech in poetry and what is its specific
characteristic? (2)
• Metaphor is the most widely used figure of speech in poetry. It involves the
comparison of two unlike things by stating that one thing is another. Its specific
characteristic is its ability to create vivid imagery and convey complex ideas in
a concise manner.
2. Which specific metaphorical construction is “the pitiless wave” in line 23?
Mention and briefly describe the different constituent parts. (2)
• The specific metaphorical construction in "the pitiless wave" is a
personification. Personification attributes human characteristics, such as
emotions or actions, to non-human entities. In this case, the wave is described
as "pitiless," implying that it is cruel or merciless.
, LOLA JACOBS ASSIGNMENTS © 2024
Please note: The assignment below is provided so that you may start working on it.
However, you will not be able to submit this assignment at this stage. If you have finished,
please keep it safe and revise for the time being. You will be notified once the submission
portal is open caused by the delay in activating the assignments on your module site.
FIRST SEMESTER
ASSIGNMENTS
Relevant ONLY to students who are
registered for the First Semester.
