Sonnet 130 - William Shakespeare Flashcards
To memorise important aspects of the poem
What kind of poem is this?
A Shakespearean sonnet.
What does the types of sonnet consist of?
3 Quatrains a volta and then a rhyming couplet.
What is the tone of this poem?
Unflattering, rude and tongue in cheek tone
What is the mood of this poem?
Playful and teasing.
What are the themes of this poem?
Love and beauty.
What are the symols used in this poem?
The sun, snow, roses and music.
By using both the theme and the symbols, what is the message of this poem?
That his beloved is as beautiful as any woman who is praised with false comparison, he is conveying that she is not beautiful in the traditional way.
What is meant by the harsh contrasts used in this poem?
To satirise the way poets in that era used unrealistic description to praise their loved ones.
Why did he chose to use realistic descriptions in this poem?
To express that true love is not dependent on physical looks.
What literary device does he use in his mistress’ description?
Litotes.
What does the poet succeed in highlighting?
The meaningless perception of beauty.
