Why were "The Cremation of Sam McGee," "The Dying Cowboy," and "Maiden-Savin Sam." grouped together? As you discuss what these poems have in common, consider their form, purpose, and characteristics. On a separate sheet of paper write a paragraph that explains your answer. Support you ideas with details from the poem.
"The Cremation of Sam McGee," "The Dying Cowboy," and "Maiden-Savin Sam" are all ballads that tell a story in verse (information from question 14). They were written to entertain the reader. All three poems are told in simple dialogue and set in the Old West. "The Cremation of Sam McGee" and "Maiden-Savin Sam" are funny and "The Dying Cowboy," is sad.
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