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Stephen Crane

I stood upon a high place,

And saw, below, many devils

Running, leaping,

And carousing in sin.

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Engaged in or ready for action; characterized by energetic work, thought, or speech.

The students were very active in class discussions, asking many thoughtful questions.

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he lady's shadow liesUpon the running river;It lieth no less in its quietness,For that which resteth never:Most like a trusting heartUpon a passing faith,Or as upon the course of lifeThe steadfast doom of death.Margret, Margret.