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    Assonance: Assonance is the repetition of vowel sounds in the same line. For example, the sound of /oo/ in “how do you like your blue-eyed boy”  Alliteration: Alliteration is the repetition of consonant sounds in the same line in quick succession such as the sound of /w/ in “and what i want to knowRead more

    1. Assonance: Assonance is the repetition of vowel sounds in the same line. For example, the sound of /oo/ in “how do you like your blue-eyed boy”
    2.  Alliteration: Alliteration is the repetition of consonant sounds in the same line in quick succession such as the sound of /w/ in “and what i want to know is” and the sound of /b/ in “Buffalo Bill ’s”.
    3. Consonance: Consonance is the repetition of consonant sounds in the same line such as the sound of /t/ in “and what i want to know is”.
    4.   Enjambment: It is defined as a thought in verse that does not come to an end at a line break; instead, it rolls over to the next line. Here’s the entire poem is written as enjambment.

     

    Buffalo Bill’s Summary

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  1. This poem honors the legendary American hunter, soldier, and showman Buffalo Bill Cody. The speaker seems to be paying homage to this legend with a poem. The speaker introduces the poem by stating that the great person is no longer with us before going on to discuss his abilities. He claims that BilRead more

    This poem honors the legendary American hunter, soldier, and showman Buffalo Bill Cody. The speaker seems to be paying homage to this legend with a poem. The speaker introduces the poem by stating that the great person is no longer with us before going on to discuss his abilities. He claims that Bill was an expert hunter and used to ride a sleek male stallion. He delighted in taking down pigeons and buffalo. The verse suggests that he was superior to everyone. The readers realize this poem is satire as the tone shifts since Bill was a careless hunter who had little concern for human life. But in the end, no one is exempt from Mr. Death’s wrath, good or bad.

     

    Buffalo Billl’s Summary

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  1. The primary themes in this poem are indiscriminate killing, death, and celebrity. Buffalo Bill Cody's character and way of life are at the heart of the poem. According to the account, he was a very powerful individual who was beloved by his people. The speaker praises his aesthetic appeal and shootiRead more

    The primary themes in this poem are indiscriminate killing, death, and celebrity. Buffalo Bill Cody’s character and way of life are at the heart of the poem. According to the account, he was a very powerful individual who was beloved by his people. The speaker praises his aesthetic appeal and shooting prowess. However, the word “defunct” implies that Buffalo Bill acted callously. The poem serves as a reminder that despite his prowess as a hunter, he lacked self-control.

     

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