What does the word eviscerated mean as used in the line: "I hardly could believe the news that lightning had eviscerated him."

Which line best summarizes the speaker's relationship with the tree?

According the poem, what is the main reason the tree soon will be removed from the park?

Which lines from the poem emphasize how the tree has changed?

Which statement best conveys the resolution of the poem?

What type of literary device is does the author use in the sentence: "His sturdy barreled-chested trunk was Herculean strong"?

What literary device does the author use: "And so I went to pay respects and say goodbye to him/who grew along with me throughout my sixteen years."

What type of literary device is used in "His mighty roots entangled into the soil with serpentine and steadfast grip."