Flashcards
Who is the author of The Prelude?
William Wordsworth
What is the subtitle of The Prelude?
Growth of a Poet’s Mind
In what year was The Prelude first published?
1850
What is the genre of The Prelude?
Autobiographical poem
What is the central theme of The Prelude?
Nature and the individual consciousness
Where did William Wordsworth spend his childhood, which influenced The Prelude?
Lake District, England
What event in William Wordsworth’s life inspired the writing of The Prelude?
His experience of the French Revolution
How many books make up The Prelude?
14
What is the poetic form used in The Prelude?
Blank verse
What is the significance of the title ‘The Prelude’?
It refers to the prelude to the poet’s great work
Which poet was a close friend of William Wordsworth and influenced The Prelude?
Samuel Taylor Coleridge
What is the opening line of The Prelude?
Oh there is blessing in this gentle breeze
What is the setting of The Prelude?
Primarily the Lake District
True or False: The Prelude is considered one of Wordsworth’s most important works.
True
What is the role of memory in The Prelude?
It serves as a central motif
What is the relationship between the poet and nature in The Prelude?
Intertwined and deeply connected
How does The Prelude explore the concept of the sublime?
Through encounters with nature’s grandeur
What is the main narrative structure of The Prelude?
It follows the growth and development of the poet
What is the significance of the poet’s journey in The Prelude?
It symbolizes the journey of self-discovery
What is the final book of The Prelude focused on?
The poet’s meditations on the power of imagination
How does The Prelude reflect Wordsworth’s views on childhood innocence?
It portrays childhood as a time of purity and wonder
What is the role of the poet’s family in The Prelude?
They serve as a source of emotional support and inspiration
What is the impact of The Prelude on the Romantic movement in literature?
It is considered a seminal work that influenced other Romantic poets
What is the significance of the poet’s encounters with the supernatural in The Prelude?
They emphasize the mysterious and awe-inspiring aspects of nature
