tyger, tyger Flashcards
What is the primary theme explored in ‘Tyger, Tyger’?
The duality of creation and destruction.
True or False: ‘Tyger, Tyger’ is written in a consistent rhyme scheme.
True.
Fill in the blank: The poem ‘Tyger, Tyger’ is part of William Blake’s collection titled _______.
Songs of Experience.
What literary device is predominantly used in the phrase ‘Tyger Tyger, burning bright’?
Alliteration.
Identify the structure of the poem: Is it a sonnet, quatrain, or free verse?
Quatrain.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes the tone of ‘Tyger, Tyger’?
Awe and fear.
What imagery is primarily used to depict the tiger in the poem?
Fiery and fierce imagery.
True or False: The poem poses questions about the nature of the creator.
True.
In what meter is ‘Tyger, Tyger’ predominantly written?
Trochaic tetrameter.
What contrasting creature is often associated with the tiger in Blake’s work?
The lamb.
What is the effect of repetition in the poem?
It emphasizes the intensity of the speaker’s feelings.
Fill in the blank: The poem concludes with the question, ‘Did he who made the ______ make thee?’
Lamb.
Multiple Choice: Which emotion is NOT typically associated with the tiger in the poem?
Peacefulness.
What does the use of rhetorical questions in ‘Tyger, Tyger’ suggest?
A search for understanding and meaning.
How does the structure of ‘Tyger, Tyger’ contribute to its overall impact?
The regular stanzas and rhythm create a hypnotic effect that enhances the poem’s themes.
