Mean machine poem: Think about the author’s use of figurative language, structure, and sound. Which tool(s) contributed the most to articulating the theme? Why? (RL.7.2, RL.7.1, RL.7.5, RL.7.4) (Hint: What is the theme? Think about line length, sound, metaphor and word choice)

The poem follows an AABBACA pattern, which gives the poem a flow and feeling of connection. The words are very rooted together, which is ironic given the poem is about deforestation. The line lengths are short and to the point, such as the quick working machine.

It seems to be a metaphor for the machines used for deforestation for construction purposes. The choice of words such as mean, voracious, and chews make it clear that the poets outlook on the use of these machines is negative. The question is leaves you at the end, "is it progress or is it obscene?" Refers to the fact that all progress comes at a price. Is it really worth it? Or do the long-term negative effects outweigh such production?

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answer: a: they can affect the author’s perspective and in turn the theme and purpose for the writing.

the author's background and time period greatly affect the text that the author produces. this is because we are all a reflection of our time period and background. depending on where and when we were born, we will find some questions more important than others. for example, if we are a wealthy person born in medieval times, we will most likely be interested in courtly love and stories of knights and honour. however, if we are born in the 20th century in africa, we might instead focus on colonialism and its effects on the newly liberated countries. the theme and the purpose of writing are both affected by these conditions.

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the correct answer is: d