13. Nor could these know what mocking ghost of Spring

Express in other words the idea contained in “mocking ghost of Spring.”

16. So might a dawn-struck digit of the moon

Explain the figure and interpret it in terms of Hugh’s feelings for Jamie.

18. And ache through all its craters to be green.

What is the present condition of the surface of the moon?

21. Pang dwelling in a puckered cicatrice

Define “cicatrice.” Explain the figure.

23. Yet very precious was the hurt thereof,

24. Grievous to bear, too dear to cast away.