Question

Define symbolism with an example from the poem 'Dust of Snow'.

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Answer:

Dust of Snow' is a very short poem of 8 lines only. ... It also uses symbolism in the poem, like snow symbolises joy and hemlock tree symbolises sorrow. Assonance is also used as a literary device in the poem. For example, 'way' rhymes with 'day', with 'change' and 'saved' in between.