Philip Freneau's 'The Indian Burying Ground' delves into the contrasting views of death between Native Americans and European colonists. The poem, published in 1787, highlights Native American burial rites and their belief in an active afterlife. Freneau uses literary devices to contrast this with the European finality of death, advocating for the appreciation of indigenous wisdom and practices.
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The poem explores the contrasting views of death and the afterlife held by Native Americans and European colonists
European vs Native American customs
The poem highlights the speaker's preference for Native American burial customs over European ones
The poem portrays the natural world as a spiritual ally for both the living and the dead
The poem personifies nature and its spirits to convey the Native American belief in an active afterlife
Prepared bow and arrows
The metaphor of the prepared bow and arrows symbolizes the continuity and resilience of Native American cultural practices
The poem's iambic tetrameter and ABAB CDCD rhyme scheme create a reflective and melodious tone
The poem critiques the European tendency to dismiss the spiritual and imaginative dimensions of death
The poem reflects the contemporary lack of understanding of the diversity among Native American cultures
The poem calls for the recognition and appreciation of the richness and intricacy of Native American customs
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In his poem '______ ______ ______,' Philip Freneau examines the contrasting death perceptions of Native Americans and European settlers.
The Indian Burying Ground
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Published in ______, 'The Indian Burying Ground' is known for its portrayal of Native American ______ ______.
1787
burial rites
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Freneau uses ______ and ______ in the poem to convey a contemplative and slightly mystical tone about death.
metaphor
personification
