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Elodia
2 months ago
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Which three words or phrases in this excerpt from Elizabeth Bishop's "The Fish" compare the fish to an old, experienced soldier?

A green line, frayed at the end where he broke it, two heavier lines, and a fine black thread still crimped from the strain and snap when it broke and he got away. Like medals with their ribbons frayed and wavering, a five-haired beard of wisdom trailing from his aching jaw. I stared and stared and victory filled up the little rented boat, from the pool of bilge where oil had spread a rainbow
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seraphim [7.4K]2 months ago
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In the excerpt from Elizabeth Bishop's "The Fish," phrases that liken the fish to an old, seasoned soldier include: "Like medals with ribbons frayed and wavering": this signifies that the fish evaded capture and, much like a veteran soldier, displays his honors. "beard of wisdom trailing from aching jaw": this depicts an injured veteran moving slowly on the ground. "victory": this underscores the ultimate goal of a soldier following a battle, akin to the fish that was ultimately caught, hence "filling the little boat."
Naddika [7.4K]2 months ago
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"Frayed" "Like medals whose ribbons are frayed and wavering" "And victory filled the small rented boat"
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