Prelude Flashcards
Who is the author of The Prelude?
William Wordsworth
What is the genre of The Prelude?
Autobiographical poem
What is the subtitle of The Prelude?
Growth of a Poet’s Mind
In which country was William Wordsworth born?
England
What is the central theme of The Prelude?
Nature and the role of the poet
When was The Prelude first published?
1850
What is the structure of The Prelude?
Blank verse
What is the estimated length of The Prelude?
Over 14,000 lines
What is the setting of The Prelude?
The Lake District in England
What event inspired the writing of The Prelude?
The French Revolution
What is the tone of The Prelude?
Reflective and philosophical
What is the role of memory in The Prelude?
Memory serves as a central theme and narrative device
Who is the primary narrator in The Prelude?
William Wordsworth
What is the significance of the title ‘The Prelude’?
It suggests that the poem is a prelude to Wordsworth’s larger poetic work
What is the relationship between Wordsworth’s life and The Prelude?
The poem is a semi-autobiographical account of his life and experiences