Poem

Determine the basic design of the poem by considering the who, what, when, where, and why of the dramatic situation.

         What is being dramatized? What conflicts or themes does the poem present, address, or question?
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          Who is the speaker? Define and describe the speaker and his/her voice. What does the speaker say? Who is the audience? Are other characters involved?
        * The speakers are original settlers in different points of history / Other characters aren't involved /

          When does the action occur? What is the date and/or time of day?
        * It happens when it was necessary to settle near water

          Where is the speaker? Describe the physical location of the dramatic moment.
        * It happens at the Congo River, Euphrates River, Mississippi, and Egypt / In each location, it talks about a river that has a huge city/settlement nearby


          Why does the speaker feel compelled to speak at this moment? What is his/her motivation?
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