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The Use Of Dunbar's Strong Literary Devices In 'We War The Mask'
There are three very strong literary devices included in the poem’s message, including repetition, symbolism, and a very dramatic tone/emotion. One can assume the strength of these devices due to the message they convey throughout the poem. The multiple uses of the phrase “we wear the mask” strongly supports the writer’s message. It is used three times; the introduction, in the middle verse, and the very last sentence. Dunbar does not allow this phrase to leave the reader’s mind. This repetition emphasizes the significance of the phrase, conveying strongly that the world is smiling from behind a mask. This ties into explaining the symbolism included in the piece. “We wear the mask” suggests that “we” is any viewer, any inhabitant on planet
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