Dulce Et Decorum Est Flashcards
What is the title of the poem written by Wilfred Owen?
Dulce et decorum est
What does the title ‘Dulce et decorum est’ translate to?
It is sweet and honorable to die for one’s country
What theme vividly depicts the physical and psychological trauma experienced by soldiers in the poem?
The Horrors of War
What imagery does Owen use to illustrate the suffering of soldiers?
‘Men marched asleep. Many had lost their boots, But limped on, blood-shod’
Which theme conveys a sense of betrayal regarding the romantic ideals of war?
Disillusionment
What phrase does Owen use to challenge the notion that it is noble to die for one’s country?
‘The old Lie: Dulce et decorum est Pro patria mori’
What aspect of warfare does Owen highlight in the poem?
The Impact of Gas Warfare
What horrifying scene does Owen describe related to gas attacks?
‘If you could hear, at every jolt, the blood Come gargling from the froth-corrupted lungs’
How many stanzas does the poem consist of?
4 stanzas
What contributes to the chaotic feel of the soldiers’ experiences in the poem?
The varied rhyme scheme
What literary device does Owen use to create a sense of urgency in the poem?
Enjambment
Fill in the blank: The poem critiques the glorified perception of war, showing the _______.
grim realities
True or False: The poem presents a romanticized view of war.
False
What literary device uses vivid descriptions to create a graphic picture?
Imagery
For example, Owen describes soldiers as ‘bent double, like old beggars under sacks.’
What is the effect of the simile ‘his hanging head, like a devil’s sick of sin’?
Intensifies the sense of suffering and chaos
This simile evokes urgency and terror during gas attacks.
What does the term ‘trony’ refer to in the context of Owen’s poem?
Critique of the glorification of war
It contrasts the ideal of dying for one’s country with the brutal experiences of soldiers.
What is the central theme of ‘Dulce et decorum est’?
The true cost of war
It serves as a powerful reminder of the impact of World War I on soldiers and society.
What literary device is characterized by the continuation of a sentence without a pause beyond the end of a line?
Enjabment
This device helps convey urgency and continuity in the poem.
True or False: Owen’s poem glorifies military service.
False
The poem challenges the romanticized notions of sacrifice.
Fill in the blank: Owen critiques the _______ of war in his poem.
glorification
What contrast does Owen create through his imagery in the poem?
Noble ideals of war vs. grim reality faced by soldiers
This contrast highlights the harsh truth behind romanticized notions of sacrifice.
