Extract from the prelude - William Wordsworth Flashcards

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What is ‘The Prelude’ by William Wordsworth?

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‘The Prelude’ is a poem completed in the early 19th century.

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What historical period does ‘The Prelude’ reflect?

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The aftermath of the French Revolution, industrialisation, and the Romantic movement.

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Who is a key figure in Romanticism associated with ‘The Prelude’?

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William Wordsworth.

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What themes does Wordsworth focus on in his works?

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Individual experience and the beauty in nature.

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What broader interest does ‘The Prelude’ align with?

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The Romantic interest in observation and the spiritual connection with nature.

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What specific moment does ‘Stealing the Boat’ explore?

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A moment of youthful rebellion.

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How does nature influence the poet in ‘Stealing the Boat’?

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It impacts the poet’s consciousness.

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Fill in the blank: ‘The Prelude’ is a poetic exploration of the poet’s _______.

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development

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True or False: ‘The Prelude’ was completed in the late 20th century.

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False.

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What impact did industrialisation have on the themes of ‘The Prelude’?

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It influenced the depiction of rural landscapes.

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Who wrote Extract from the Prelude?

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William Wordsworth

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