Song Flashcards
who is helen Suszman
a south african anti-apartheid campaigner
what does the refrain show in the poem and how does it link to HS
shows power of perseverance and mirrors helen Suszmans story where she repeatedly tried to end apartheid and bring justice despite having no chance.
the last verse is in itallic, why
to show that something finally happened, and that after all the hard work, there was a change.
what is the meaning of the poem (6)
show importance of perseverance, determination, resilliance and courage as well as overcoming injustice
summarisiation of poem
Talks about how even one person can make a change and be part of something big.
5 important techniques
- allusion
- refrain
- repetition
- direct adress
- juxtaposition
- emotive language
overall purpose
The purpose of the poem is to show that even if you are small and have no power in the face of a lot of people and an idea you can still make a change.
All change begins with one person.
what effect does the direct address ahve on the reader
it motivates them and allows them to relate to the story.
Power of singeling out one person gives them power and importance
what effect does the juxtaposition have
enhances and emphasises the meaning by using contrasting ideas
what is the meaning of verse 2 and 3
there is a general state of nothing - everything is staying the same until the buzz stops and something happens
are there examples of things happening
yes (stanza 2)
what does the juxtaposition of small hands and monstrous hall create
enhances and emphasizes the meaning by using contrasting ideas between big and small, and politically right and wrong
what does the line one pale feather tip, the balance of a sinking ship , say
a lot of small things can lead to a big change, small things and actions lead to change
what does the refrain in the poem show
power of perseverance, and mirrors helen suzmans story.
The change it emphasises in the last line conveys the joy of finally achieving a goal after a long battle
what does the direct address do
establishes a direct link to the reader and allows them to relate and motivate them. The power of singeling out one person gives power and importance.
meaning
perseverance is important
determination and resilliance and courage are needed to overcome injustice
