In my opinion:
1.) The purpose of this poem is to understand the extraordinary simplicity of a common situation. How often does one see a firetruck zoom "down the shocked street?" I doubt many view such an experiance as fascinating or romantic. This poem allows the reader to dream about a situation that has occurred in their lives hundreds of times. It interperates ordinary reality as something beautiful and epic.
2.) A Fire Truck is excellent poetry. The language used creates a tone of haste, fruseration and stress. The content creates a wonderful image of a man taking time to comprehend his surroundings, and to be affected by them. The poem is ambitious and direct. The style is unique in a very positive way. The vividness of the situation evokes a definite connection within ourselves, for we have all experianced the passing of a fire truck. The refreshign perspective of such wonder Richard Wilbur evokes within the reader is most charming and very effective.
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Good level of understanding of the poem. I would like to see more use of the text to substantiate each of your points. However, you have demonstrated keen understanding of the purpose. Good work.
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