And busily all the night
Had been heaping field and highway
With a silence deep and white
"The First Snowfall" by James Russel Lowell
= c - tranquil diligence
The word "silence" is synonymous to tranquility or stillness; while "busily all the night" suggests diligence or continued careful work. The mood or image that is reflected here is that of someone working silently and consistently. This may signify calmness and contentment; one that is undisturbed and focused to achieve its purpose
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Every pine and fir and hammock
Wore ermine too dear for an earl
And the poorest twig on the elm-tree
Was ridged inch deep with pearl"
The First Snowfall" by James Russel Lowell
= d - exquisite beauty
The image that is painted is extreme loveliness because of the snow. The trees seem to wear very expensive coats or "ermine" that even an "earl" or a nobleman cannot afford its price. Each ordinary and small parts such as a "twig" looks so special because they are decorated with pearly drops of snow as if they are real pearls. The image suggests feelings of awe and joy.
Enwrapp'd in tempest and a night of storms
Astonish'd ocean feels the wild uproar
"To His Excellency General Washington" by Phillis Weatley
= a - powerful turbulence
The words "tempest" and "storms" suggest an aggressive movement. This is heightened by a "wild uproar" or a great force. These all depict powerful turbulence or a great and forceful disturbance. A feeling of chaos and restlessness is clearly felt and experienced.
From splendid domes of first degree
Where ladies meet to sip their tea
"To a New England Poet" by Phillip Freneau
= b -lavish affluence
The words "splendid" means very impressive and magnificent; while "domes of first degree" refers to buildings or structures with circular base that are of highest quality. In addition, "ladies sipping tea" symbolizes high class society. Therefore, the mood is lavish affluence or extreme wealth and extravagant display.