Storm On The Island Flashcards
What does the phrase ‘We are prepared: we build our houses squat’ imply?
It suggests that humans take measures to withstand nature’s power.
What is meant by ‘It pummels your house too’?
It indicates that nature’s force can damage human structures.
What does ‘Exploding comfortably’ refer to?
It captures the juxtaposition of nature’s violence and human resilience.
In the context of the poem, what does ‘space is a salvo’ imply?
It suggests that the environment can be hostile and threatening.
What is represented by the line ‘Strange, it is a huge nothing that we fear’?
It reflects the abstract nature of fear associated with the unknown.
Fill in the blank: The poem discusses the _______ of nature.
[Power]
True or False: The poem emphasizes the strength of both nature and human preparation.
True
What emotions are explored in ‘Storm on the Island’?
Fear, resilience, and vulnerability.
How do humans react to the storm according to the poem?
They remain passive and endure the storm.
What does the title symbolise
Stormont is the northern island parliament where their was political trouble which is presented through this poem
What is the from of the single verse
A brick to represent the solid tight community they have formed
What is the quote ‘exploding comfortably’
Oxymoron as it is very violent but not towards them
What is the effect of ‘wind dives and strafes invisibly’
Creates a juxtaposition between the enemy and the defences as the enemy is invisible and not solid whereas the houses are solid and impenetrable but the wind still effects them
What is the contrast between the beginning of the poem and the end
The beginning they are smug and confined whereas at the end they are confused and can’t see what is attacking them
