Night of the Scorpion

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Poetry | Nissim Ezekiel

Discuss the major themes in Nissim Ezekiel’s “Night of the Scorpion.”

Discuss the major themes in Nissim Ezekiel’s “Night of the Scorpion.” or How does the poet present fear, superstition, and maternal love in the poem?  ✪✪✪  “Night of the Scorpion”...
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What does this poem reveal about rural Indian society? 

Explain how superstition and folk beliefs shape the villagers’ response to the scorpion sting in “Night of the Scorpion.” Or what does this poem reveal about rural Indian society?...
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Examine the character of the mother in “Night of the Scorpion.”

Examine the character of the mother in “Night of the Scorpion.” or How does the ending of the poem highlight her selfless and unconditional love?  ✪✪✪ “Night of the Scorpion” (196...
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Analyze the use of imagery in “Night of the Scorpion.”

Analyze the use of imagery in “Night of the Scorpion.” Or how does the use of imagery help to create fear, tension, and emotional depth?  “Night of the Scorpion” (1965) is a poem...
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Compare and contrast the superstition and rationality in “Night of the Scorpion”

Compare and contrast the attitudes of the villagers and the poet’s father in the poem. Or Compare and contrast the superstition and rationality in the poem.  ✪✪✪  “Night of the Sc...
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