THIS NOW IT’S A TEST When the scarlet cardinal tells Her dream to the dragonfly, And the lazy breeze makes a

THIS NOW IT’S A TEST

When the scarlet cardinal tells
Her dream to the dragonfly,
And the lazy breeze makes a nest in the trees,
And murmurs a lullaby,
It is July.
When the tangled cobweb pulls
The cornflower’s cap awry,
And the lilies tall lean over the wall
To bow to the butterfly,
It is July.
How does the repetition of the line “It is July” affect the meaning of the poem?
It s convey the slow and restful nature of the summer.
It acts as a reminder to wake up from the sleepiness that heat can induce.
It suggests a feeling of high energy after a period of rest.
It s indicate the finite quality of the season as autumn approaches.

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