The Charge Of The Light Brigade Flashcards
What does the phrase “Half a league, half a league, Half a league onward,” show
Tennyson opens the poem with repetition to emphasise the distance and peril faced by the Light Brigade.
What does the quote “‘Forward, the Light Brigade!’” Show
The commander’s order highlights the soldiers’ obedience and duty-bound mindset despite knowing the potential error in command. Tennyson showcases the soldiers’ loyalty and selflessness.
What does the quote “Into the valley of Death Rode the six hundred.” Show
Marching into the valley of Death is a biblical reference, which underlines their sacrifice and bravery. Tennyson’s use of references to the number of men arguably emphasises the futility of war.
What does the quote “Theirs not to make reply, Theirs not to reason why, Theirs but to do and die:” show
The use of anaphora, a type of repetition, emphasises the solidiers’ sense of duty, their heroism and unquestioning loyalty.
What does the quote “Cannon to the right of them,Cannon to left of them, Cannon in front of them” show
Tennyson’s use of anaphora reiterates the overwhelming danger faced by the Light Brigade, emphasising their resilience in the face of such adversity and underscoring their valour.
What does the quote “Flash’d all their sabres bare, Flash’d as they turn’d in air Sabring the gunners there, Charging an army … “ show
The depiction of the soldiers’ bravery in the face of overwhelming odds reinforces their heroism. Tennyson uses repetition and the poem’s rhyme scheme to celebrate their courage and martial prowess against insurmountable challenges.
What does the quote “When can their glory fade?” Show
Tennyson’s use of a rhetorical question reminds the reader of the enduring legacy of the Light Brigade’s valiant charge, highlighting their immortality.
What does the quote “All that was left of them,” show
Tennyson reflects on the devastating toll of the battle, underscoring the magnitude of the sacrifice made by the Light Brigade. The poignant, simple phrase emphasises the enormity of their loss and heroism.
What does the quote “O the wild charge they made!” Show
Tennyson celebrates the audacity and fearlessness of the Light Brigade’s charge, immortalising their daring feat. The exclamatory tone captures the “wild” intensity of their action.
What does the quote “Honour the charge they made! Honour the Light Brigade” show
Tennyson’s imperative urges recognition and reverence for the bravery and sacrifice of the Light Brigade. The repetition of “Honour” underscores the poet’s call for remembrance.
What does the quote “Noble six hundred!” Show
Tennyson concludes with an epithet honouring the soldiers’ sacrifice and immortalising their valour in the collective memory. The adjective “Noble” encapsulates their heroic stature and dignity.
What is the form of this poem
-The poet narrated in the 3rd person, making it seem like a story
-Rhyming couplets and triplets drive the poem forwards
-but the momentum is broken by unrhymed lines
What is the repetition for this poem
-repetition creates a sense of impending doom and inevitably
What is the heroic language in the poem
Adverbs like “Boldly” and verbs like “charging” emphasise the men’s bravery
