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What impressions does this poem create? What techniques does Hughes use to create these impressions? Make reference to his use (or avoidance) of the poetic elements covered in this unit.

To fling my arms wide
In some place of the sun,
To whirl and to dance
Till the white day is done.
Then rest at cool evening
Beneath a tall tree
While night comes on gently,
     Dark like me —

From "Dream Variations" by Langston Hughes