Identify the examples of alliteration from the poem.
Examples of alliteration from the poem include: 'big black' (both words start with 'b'), 'day by day' (repetition of 'd' sound), 'safely to land in the night' (the 'l' sound in 'land' connects with other liquid sounds), and 'baskets full of dreams' (though less obvious).
The most prominent alliteration is 'big black letters' where both adjectives begin with the 'b' sound, creating a rhythmic effect.
Explanation
Alliteration is the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words placed close together. In the poem, the poet uses 'big black letters' as a clear example of alliteration with the 'b' sound. Other instances include 'day by day' with the 'd' sound. These sound devices add musical quality to the poem.
Solution Steps
'big black' - both words start with 'b' sound
'day by day' - repetition of 'd' sound
'safely to land in the night' - 'l' sound in 'land' connects with liquid sounds
'baskets full of dreams' - less obvious example of alliteration
'big black letters' - most prominent alliteration with 'b' sound creating rhythmic effect