Stanza 2

Question 1

He has a job to do

Answer 1

Short, blunt sentence shows he tries to focus back on what he is doing, rather than focusing on the horror of life.

Question 2

Solutions slop in trays

Answer 2

imagery

double meaning

Literally this refers to the solutions used to develop
the pictures. It also suggests that he has the power to evoke a solution to the things he is photographing

Question 3

which did not tremble then though seem to now

Answer 3

sentence structure

Contrast between the horror of the war zones, and the
comfort of his life at home. He allows himself to feel upset and guilt now, but acted in a professional manner at

Question 4

Rural England

Answer 4

Contrast between Rural England and war zones, noting how our ordinary problems can disappear easily with nice weather.

Question 5

ordinary pain which simple weather can dispel

Answer 5

Life back home is easy -sunshine can make us happy. A shocking contrast to the lives of others.

Question 6

running children in a nightmare heat

Answer 6

Again a contrast in lives. A horrific image which shows the what is like of children in the areas he has been to. No wonder he feels guilty: he can only watch what happens, rather than helping.