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... country, this is demonstrated in the last line of the poem which is “Dulche et decorum est pro patria mori.” This phrase translated in English means “It is sweet and proper to die for one’s country.” The author illustrates that these battles had a purpose and this was for the country’s freedom and security. The innocent lives lost in these battles were the lives of brave and heroic soldiers. In this poem, the author enlightens that these soldiers should be remembered forever for their courageous efforts in these wars. These wars and all the innocent lives involved will always have a place in history. Questions 1. In line nine, “Gas! Gas! Quick, boys! - An ecstasy of fumbling.” The author decides to illustrate the use of toxic gases and their essential in war activity. Why would the author decide to illustrate the use of toxic gases rather than any other weapons of destruction? Did the author ever have any personal experiences directly related to these deadly gases that led him to write about these gases in his poem? 2. In line seven, “Drunk with fatigue; deaf even to the hoots.” The author decides to describe the element of fatigue in a unique manner. Why would the author decide to relate fatigue with intoxication? Why would the author express this...