Life — Flashcards

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Charlotte Bronte, a famous English novelist and poet known for works like 'Jane Eyre'. She lived from 1816 to 1855 and often wrote about themes of resilience and hope.

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According to the poem, sages say that life is 'a dream, so dark'. This means wise people often view life as gloomy or difficult, like a dark dream.

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A little morning rain often foretells 'a pleasant day'. This is a metaphor suggesting that small difficulties or sad moments can lead to better times ahead.

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'Transient' means temporary or short-lasting. In the poem, it refers to clouds of gloom that don't last forever - difficulties in life are temporary.

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'Lament' means to express grief or regret. The poet asks why we should lament (feel sad about) the rain when it helps roses bloom - why be sad about difficulties that lead to good outcomes?

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During life's sunny hours, we should enjoy them 'gratefully' and 'cheerily' as they 'flit by'. We should appreciate happy moments with gratitude and cheerfulness while they last.

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'Sway' means controlling influence. When the poem says 'Sorrow seems to win, O'er hope a heavy sway', it means sorrow appears to have strong control over hope.

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'Our Best' refers to the best people in our lives - our loved ones, friends, or family members who are dear to us and whom death sometimes takes away.