The apparition of these faces in the crowd; petals on a wet, black bough. in this poem, pound is comparing “faces in the crowd” to petals that are laying against a tree branch. drowning in the rain. withstanding a storm. floating through the night sky.

In  the diary of anne frank, the characters feel sadness after reading the hopeful message written on the cake. which theme does this best illustrate? peace is often most appreciated after it has been lost.wartime is capable of bringing out the worst in people.  it is important to have someone in whom to confide.sharing difficult experiences can strengthen friendships