Dust of snow

What brought about a change of mood in Robert Frost?

Robert Frost was sad and depressed when a crow shook down on him a dust of snow from a hemlock tree. The dust of snow that the crow shook down on him changed Robert Frost's mood and he became happy and optimistic.

How did the crow help Robert Frost?

The poet Robert Frost was sad and depressed. A crow shook down on him a dust of snow from a hemlock tree. This small and seemingly insignificant action changed his mood and he became happy and optimistic.

What does the poet Robert Frost regret?

The poet regrets that he had wasted the earlier part of the day and he promises to spend the remaining day fruitfully.

What is the message of the poem?

In this beautiful poem the poet Robert Frost tells us that sometimes certain actions or moments that may appear to be small or insignificant can have a deep impact and change a person's life for the better.

Why does the poet use the words 'crow' and 'hemlock' in the poem?

The crow is a black ugly bird and the hemlock is a poisonous tree. The poet uses these symbols to convey his sad and depressed mood.

What is the dust of snow? What does it convey?

A dust of snow are fine or very small particles of snow that remain on the branches of a tree after a snowfall in winter. The poet uses it to symbolise hope for a new beginning.

How does Robert Frost use imagery in a positive way in the poem?

The poet Robert Frost was sad and depressed. A crow shook down on him a dust of snow from a hemlock tree. This small and seemingly insignificant action changed the poet's mood and he became happy and optimistic. The dust of snow has been used in a positive way to convey hope and happiness.