The Soldier Flashcards
1
Q
Repetition of “England” draws attention to the writers patriotism and pride in his country.
A
“England”
2
Q
List of active verbs shows the debt the soldier owes to England.
A
“Bore, shaped made aware”
3
Q
Imperative “think” and the poet repeats the verb to remember the soldier after his death.
A
“And think, this heart”
4
Q
Abstract nouns expresses calm and peaceful ideas.
A
“Laughter and gentleness”
5
Q
Each verse starts with a negative word but Brooke uses the rest of the verse to dismiss this negative idea, leading the reader towards thoughts of peace and happiness, even though the poem is about death.
A
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