Power And Conflict Flashcards
What is the main theme of ‘Ozymandias’ by Percy Bysshe Shelley?
The transience of power and the inevitable decline of all leaders.
Identify a key quotation from ‘My Last Duchess’ by Robert Browning.
‘I gave commands; then all smiles stopped together.’
True or False: ‘Exposure’ by Wilfred Owen explores the theme of nature’s power over soldiers.
True
Fill in the blank: In ‘Charge of the Light Brigade,’ Tennyson emphasizes the _____ of war.
bravery
What does the phrase ‘theirs not to make reply’ suggest in ‘Charge of the Light Brigade’?
It suggests blind obedience to authority.
Who wrote the poem ‘Storm on the Island’?
Seamus Heaney
Multiple Choice: Which poem features the line ‘The world is charged with the grandeur of God’? A) ‘Exposure’ B) ‘Poppies’ C) ‘God’s Grandeur’
C) ‘God’s Grandeur’
What does ‘remains’ by Simon Armitage primarily deal with?
The lasting impact of war on soldiers’ psyche.
Identify a key theme in ‘Poppies’ by Jane Weir.
The personal cost of conflict and the impact of war on families.
True or False: ‘War Photographer’ by Carol Ann Duffy critiques the media’s portrayal of war.
True
In ‘War Photographer,’ what does the phrase ‘a hundred agonies’ refer to?
The suffering captured in photographs from war zones.
Short Answer: How does the poet in ‘The Emigrée’ view memory?
As a powerful and enduring force that shapes identity.
Fill in the blank: In ‘The Prelude,’ Wordsworth reflects on the power of _____ in nature.
the sublime
What is the effect of enjambment in ‘London’ by William Blake?
It creates a sense of urgency and continuity.
Which poem discusses the impact of war on the natural environment?
‘The Prelude’ by William Wordsworth.
True or False: ‘Checking Out Me History’ by John Agard focuses on the importance of cultural identity.
True
Identify a key quotation from ‘Kamikaze’ by Beatrice Garland.
‘He must have looked far down at the little fishing boats.’
What does the term ‘conflict’ refer to in the context of power and conflict poetry?
The struggle between opposing forces, often highlighting themes of power, identity, and societal issues.
Fill in the blank: ‘The Charge of the Light Brigade’ reflects on _____ in battle.
heroism and sacrifice
In ‘Cousin Kate’ by Christina Rossetti, what is the speaker’s primary conflict?
The betrayal and societal judgment regarding her relationship.
What literary device is predominantly used in ‘Storm on the Island’?
Imagery
Identify one way ‘Exposure’ portrays the futility of war.
Through the depiction of soldiers freezing in harsh conditions rather than fighting.
True or False: ‘London’ depicts a sense of hope and optimism about city life.
False
What is the significance of the ‘invisibility’ theme in ‘Checking Out Me History’?
It highlights the erasure of Black history from mainstream narratives.
Multiple Choice: In which poem is the line ‘I see the boys of summer’ found? A) ‘The Prelude’ B) ‘War Photographer’ C) ‘Kamikaze’
A) ‘The Prelude’
