Question

In an essay, explain how the alliteration in "Full Fathom Five" helps convey the atmosphere of the poem. Think about where the poem is set and what is described. Then, give two examples of alliteration in the poem, and describe how they add to the atmosphere. Use the reading selection to help you answer the question.

Answer 1

Full fathom five thy father lies.
Of his bones are coral made
Those are pearls that were his eyes
Nothing of him that Doth fade
But doth suffer a sea change
Into something rich and strange
See names hourly ring his knell
Ding dong. Hark! Now I hear them ding dong bell.