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emily dickinson • 1891
emily dickinson (1830 - 1886) was an american poet who lived a mostly introverted,
secluded life, maintaining friendships through written letters. she wrote over 1800
poems in her seclusion, most of which were published after her death.
as you read, take notes on the speakers opinions on personal living and what it
it takes to be a \somebody.\
im nobody! who are you?
are you - nobody - too?
then theres a pair of us!
dont tell theyd advertise - you know!
how dreary - to be - somebody!
how public - like a frog -
to tell ones name - the livelong june -
to an admiring bog!
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1. what is the significance of line 3 in the overall meaning

of the poem?
a. it conveys that nobodies can experience
companionship rather than simply isolation.
b. it implies that the speaker has never met another
nobody before and is not sure how to respond.
c. it reveals that the speaker is lonely and looking for
a meaningful relationship in life.
d. it shows that there is more power in being a group
of nobodies compared to just one somebody.

Explanation:

Line 3 of the poem “I’m Nobody! Who are you?” by Emily Dickinson is “Are you – Nobody – too?”. This line implies a connection between the speaker and the reader (or addressee). It suggests a companionship. The poem contrasts “nobodies” with “somebodies”. The use of “too” in this line indicates that the speaker is not alone in being a “nobody”, creating a sense of shared identity rather than isolation. Options B, C, and D do not align with the meaning. Option B’s claim about never meeting another “nobody” is incorrect as the line implies a meeting (through the question). Option C’s loneliness idea is contrary to the implied connection. Option D’s power - in - group idea is not supported by the line.

Answer:

A. It conveys that nobodies can experience companionship rather than simply isolation.