Extract From The Prelude Flashcards
1
Q
How does Wordsworth (the writer) use repeated sounds effectively?
A
He uses the repeated L sound to make it seem like the boat is moving gently. This imagery creates a feeling of confidence and peace.
2
Q
What imagery is used?
A
“Went heaving through the water like a swan” - This simile emphasises that he is graceful and powerful, reminds us we cannot improve on nature. Contrasts sharply with the following line
3
Q
What word class is trembling?
A
The verb ‘trembling’ connotes fear and vulnerability
