Why does Poe invoke the name of Helen to address his beloved?

What will be an ideal response?



  • Poe calls his beloved by the name of the legendary beauty because he wants to indicate that she, like the original Helen, is supremely beautiful—so beautiful that one can imagine men fighting wars over her.

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What will be an ideal response?

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¿Tú _______________________ de tus amigos de la infancia? (childhood

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Prohibition was repealed after thirteen years because it was not effective

A) reported B) accepted C) initiated D) cancelled

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There is a vast difference between the sexes in terms of the ability to express

emotions. Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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