The speakers in Whitmans poem To a Stranger and Dickinsons poem If I knew you were coming in the fall both are addressing an lover of some sorts making for an interesting further?

Answer 1

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Answer 2

connection between the two poems as they both explore themes of longing and anticipation in relationships, with Whitman focusing on the connection between strangers and Dickinson on the anticipation of a reunion. The difference in tone and perspective adds depth to the exploration of human relationships and the complexities of human emotions. Both poems offer a unique insight into the dynamics of a relationship, whether it is between strangers or lovers anticipating a reunion.

Answer 3

The mood of the speaker in To a Stranger is kind and curious; the poem talks about how two people could become friends or intimate by one chance encounter. The poem is considered a love poem. In contrast, the poem If You Were Coming in the Fall has an anxious mood, yet it still talks about love. Unlike a chance encounter, this poem talks about waiting until a love comes home.

Answer 4

The speaker is uncertain and frustrated because she (or he) does not know when the other person is coming. The idea "goads" like a bee sting, which shows frustration and maybe even worry.

Answer 5

The moods of the speakers are different, and you would contrast them in a compare-and-contrast.

Answer 6

The Whitman poem is generally happy and reflective; the Dickens is sad.

Answer 7

As the poems are addressing the same sorts of people, they can be interestingly compared.

Answer 8

contrasted absent; comparison; contrasted

Answer 9

absent, comparison, contrast

Answer 10

speakers mood