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“Concord Hymn”. “Concord Hymn”. About the Battle of Lexington and Concord…one of the first battle of the American Revolution. “Concord Hymn”. Written for the monument dedication on July 4, 1837. Emerson was asked by the Monument Committee to write something for the event. “Concord Hymn”.
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“Concord Hymn” About the Battle of Lexington and Concord…one of the first battle of the American Revolution.
“Concord Hymn” • Written for the monument dedication on July 4, 1837. • Emerson was asked by the Monument Committee to write something for the event.
“Concord Hymn” • Originally sung at the dedication • Written in a rhythm that allows it to be easily put to music
“Concord Hymn” Metonymy • Type of figurative language • Use a word or expression as a substitute for a related term.
“Concord Hymn” Metonymy • Example: • The Pen is mightier than the Sword. • PEN is being used in place of words or writing • SWORD is being used in place of fighting, force, or violence.