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This application intends to assist you in your reading of The Raven by Edgar Allan Poe. Before reading, briefly look over the list of vocabulary to familiarize yourself with some of the words Poe uses in the poem. Also, look over the list of literary devices Poe utilizes in this poem. The vocab list can serve as a crutch if you come across an unfamiliar word and the literary devices list will give you hints of what to pay attention to. If you still struggle to understand the poem while reading, try listening to the poem read aloud by clicking the listen link. You can also take a look at the How and Why page for some information from an essay Poe wrote about his poem. After reading, click the thoughts link to write a two paragraph analysis and reflection about the poem.