To Violets

Robert Herrick

1591 to 1674

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Reconstruct the poem by dragging each line into its correct position. Your goal is to reassemble the original poem as accurately as possible. As you move the lines, you'll see whether your arrangement is correct, helping you explore the poem's flow and meaning. You can also print out the jumbled poem to cut up and reassemble in the classroom. Either way, take your time, enjoy the process, and discover how the poet's words come together to create something truly beautiful.

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You do bring
She has virgins many,
Fresh and fair;
And so graced,
More sweet than any.
To be placed
Yet you are
—Yet, though thus respected,
Welcome, maids of honour,
You're the maiden posies;
By and by
In the Spring;
'Fore damask roses.
And wait upon her.
Ye do lie,
Poor girls, neglected.