Preparing For The Test

Thesis: In Thomas Hardy's poem "The Voice" the writer uses symbolism and imagery to describe the transformation of the speakers love and relationship with their mate.

Body I: The images of nature and the changes occurring throughout nature within the poem symbolize the changing state of the person the speaker was once in a relationship with.
A. "You have changed"
B. Leaves falling
C. Thorns
D. Many images of decay and desolation in nature demonstrate the loneliness felt after the lover ceased calling.

Body II: Alliteration and repetition emphasize the struggle the speaker endures due to the changes occurring in their relationship with the lover being described.
A. faltering forward- A struggle to move on
B. how you call to me, call to me- the speaker desires to be with the lover oce again

Body III: The use of punctuation, primarily in terms to the use of question marks explains the speakers desire to feel whole again.
A. Missing information o the speaker asks questions.
B. Lack of information communicates a disconnect and brokenness of the speaker.
C. Heard no more far or near?- trying to hold on and almost convince himself there is still hope for a reunion between these lovers.

Conclusion:
A. strong use of imagery
B. Alliteration and punctuation aid in conveying a message of hope. Hope that a lover will return.
C. Love poem expressing a desire to b in communication and relations with this changed lover.