Charge Of The Light Brigade Quotes Flashcards
Who is the author of ‘The Charge of the Light Brigade’?
Alfred Lord Tennyson
What historical event does ‘The Charge of the Light Brigade’ depict?
The Charge of the Light Brigade during the Battle of Balaclava in the Crimean War
True or False: The poem is primarily about the bravery and heroism of soldiers.
True
Fill in the blank: The poem begins with the lines ‘Half a league, half a league, / Half a league onward.’
Half a league
What is the main theme of ‘The Charge of the Light Brigade’?
The valor and sacrifice of soldiers in war
How many soldiers charged into battle according to the poem?
Six hundred
What phrase is repeated to emphasize the charge in the poem?
‘The valley of death’
True or False: The poem criticizes the military leadership.
True
What literary device is predominantly used in the poem?
Imagery
What does Tennyson suggest about the fate of the soldiers at the end of the poem?
They are honored for their bravery despite the futility of the charge.
Fill in the blank: ‘Cannon to right of them, / Cannon to left of them, / Cannon in front of them ______.’
Volleyed and thundered
What does the phrase ‘Into the valley of Death’ ‘ into the jaws of death’ into the mouth of hell’symbolize?
The dangers and inevitability of death in battle
What is the rhyme scheme of the poem?
Varied, but predominantly follows a rhythm of dactylic hexameter. Also replicates the charge of horses
What literary technique does Tennyson use to create a sense of urgency in the poem?
Repetition
Who commanded the Light Brigade during the charge?
Lord Cardigan
What is the significance of the line ‘All in the valley of Death’?
It highlights the perilous situation faced by the soldiers.
Identify one major outcome of the charge depicted in the poem.
Heavy casualties among the soldiers
What emotional response does Tennyson aim to evoke in the reader?
A sense of admiration and sorrow for the soldiers’ sacrifice
Fill in the blank: ‘Theirs not to make reply, / Theirs not to ______.’
reason why
What does the phrase ‘The Charge of the Light Brigade’ refer to in a broader context?
The reckless bravery and tragic consequences of military engagements
True or False: The poem ends with a call to remember the soldiers’ bravery.
True
What is the impact of the repeated phrase ‘Theirs is not to’ throughout the poem?
It emphasizes the blind obedience of soldiers in the face of orders.
What does Tennyson suggest about the nature of military leadership?
That it can be flawed and lead to tragic outcomes.
What quotes contain the semantic field of weapons
Cannon to the left of them canon to the right of them Flashed all their sabres bare
