Ozymandius Flashcards
Who wrote the poem ‘Ozymandias’?
Percy Bysshe Shelley
What is the main theme of ‘Ozymandias’?
The transience of power and the inevitable decline of all leaders.
True or False: Ozymandias is a real historical figure.
False
Fill in the blank: Ozymandias is often associated with the ancient Egyptian pharaoh _____
Ramesses II
What literary device is predominantly used in ‘Ozymandias’?
Imagery
In which year was ‘Ozymandias’ published?
1818
What is the tone of the poem ‘Ozymandias’?
Ironical and reflective
Multiple Choice: What does the ‘sneer of cold command’ refer to in the poem? A) A statue’s expression B) A historical event C) A ruler’s decree D) A battle
A) A statue’s expression
What does the shattered visage symbolize in ‘Ozymandias’?
The fragility of human pride and legacy
True or False: The poem suggests that art can outlast human power.
True
Short Answer: What does the traveler represent in ‘Ozymandias’?
The passage of time and the spread of stories.
Fill in the blank: The inscription on the pedestal of the statue reads, ‘Look on my works, ye mighty, and _____.’
despair
What is the setting of ‘Ozymandias’?
A vast, empty desert
How does Shelley portray the power of Ozymandias in the poem?
As ultimately fleeting and subject to decay.
Multiple Choice: Which aspect of human experience does ‘Ozymandias’ primarily explore? A) Love B) Time C) War D) Nature
B) Time
What type of poem is ‘Ozymandias’?
Sonnet
True or False: The poem is written in the first person.
False
What is the significance of the ‘lonely sands’ mentioned in the poem?
It emphasizes isolation and the passage of time.
Fill in the blank: ‘Ozymandias’ is often interpreted as a critique of _____ and hubris.
arrogance
What does the poem suggest about the relationship between kings and their empires?
Empires built on pride and tyranny eventually fall into ruin.
Short Answer: How does Shelley use contrast in ‘Ozymandias’?
By juxtaposing Ozymandias’s grand ambitions with his ruined statue.
What does the phrase ‘king of kings’ imply about Ozymandias?
His perceived superiority over other rulers.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes the final image in ‘Ozymandias’? A) A thriving city B) A broken statue C) A battle scene D) A lush landscape
B) A broken statue
True or False: The poem suggests that human achievements are permanent.
False
What is the effect of the poem’s structure on its meaning?
It reinforces the theme of decay through its form.
Fill in the blank: The poem ends with the lines about _____ and the vast emptiness surrounding the statue.
lone and level sands
What does the phrase ‘I met a traveller from an ancient land’ suggest about the speaker’s experience?
It suggests that the speaker encounters someone who has knowledge or stories from a distant and historical place.
True or False: The traveller in the quote represents contemporary society.
False
Fill in the blank: The traveller’s origins are described as _____ in the quote.
ancient land
What literary technique is primarily used in the quote ‘I met a traveller from an ancient land’?
Imagery
Which themes are suggested by the quote ‘I met a traveller from an ancient land’?
Exploration, the passage of time, and cultural exchange.
’ I met a traveller from an antique land’
