How do the structures of "It Sifts from Leaden Sieves" and "The Snow-Storm" affect the poems?
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The longer lines and stanzas in "The Snow-Storm" suggest a very wind-driven, active snowfall and a more active response,
the shorter lines and stanzas in "It Sifts from Leaden Sieves" suggest a gentler snowfall and a gentler response.
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The shorter lines and stanzas in "It Sifts from Leaden Sieves" suggest a rush toward getting out in the snow, the longer lines
and stanzas in "The Snow-Storm" suggest a long wait inside.
The longer lines and stanzas in "The Snow-Storm" suggest the feelings of fear in those subjected to the storm, the shorter
lines and stanzas in "It Sifts from Leaden Sieves" suggest an eager approach and a love of the snow.
The shorter lines and stanzas in "It Sifts from Leaden Sieves" suggest a very quiet and timid approach to the snowfall; the
longer lines and stanzas in "The Snow-Storm" suggest a violent approach to a raging storm.
