blessing Flashcards
What is the central theme of the poem ‘Blessing’?
The central theme is the importance of water and its life-giving properties in a drought-stricken area.
True or False: The poem ‘Blessing’ is written in free verse.
True
Fill in the blank: The poem begins with a description of a __________.
drought
What language device is predominantly used in the line ‘The skin cracks like a pod’?
Simile
Identify one imagery type used in ‘Blessing’.
Visual imagery
What does the water symbolize in the poem?
Life and hope
How many stanzas are in the poem ‘Blessing’?
Three stanzas
Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes the tone of ‘Blessing’? A) Joyful B) Melancholic C) Hopeful D) Angry
C) Hopeful
True or False: The poem utilizes personification.
True
What is the effect of the repetition of the word ‘blessing’ throughout the poem?
It emphasizes the significance of water and its life-giving force.
What type of rhyme scheme is used in ‘Blessing’?
Irregular rhyme scheme
What is the significance of the title ‘Blessing’?
It reflects the preciousness of water and its impact on life.
Fill in the blank: The poem contrasts __________ with abundance.
drought
What does the phrase ‘The water’s voice’ illustrate?
Personification of water
What is one example of alliteration found in the poem?
The phrase ‘sudden rush’
True or False: The poem concludes with a sense of despair.
False
What literary device is used in ‘the blessing of the water’?
Metaphor
How does the structure of the poem contribute to its meaning?
The irregular structure reflects the unpredictability of drought and rain.
What does the imagery of children playing in water signify?
Joy and renewal
Identify one example of a contrasting image in the poem.
The contrast between dry land and flowing water.
What effect does enjambment have in the poem?
It creates a sense of movement and urgency.
Fill in the blank: The poem’s setting is primarily focused on a __________ area.
rural
What role does the natural environment play in ‘Blessing’?
It serves as a backdrop that highlights the importance of water.
Multiple Choice: Which literary device is NOT used in ‘Blessing’? A) Hyperbole B) Simile C) Alliteration D) Irony
D) Irony
What is the emotional impact of the poem’s imagery on the reader?
It evokes feelings of relief and gratitude for water.
How does the poet convey a sense of community in ‘Blessing’?
Through the shared experience of joy when water arrives.
