Herbert's poem 'Easter Wings' is a famous example of which literary form?
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Correct answer: Concrete or Pattern Poetry
Pattern poetry (or carmina figurata) involves arranging words on the page to form a physical shape related to the subject. In 'Easter Wings,' the lines vary in length so that when turned sideways, they resemble the wings of a bird.
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