War Photographer Flashcards
What is the main theme of the poem ‘War Photographer’?
The main theme is the emotional and moral conflict faced by a war photographer.
True or False: The war photographer feels detached from the suffering he captures.
False
Fill in the blank: The war photographer develops his photos in a _____ room.
dark
What does the war photographer struggle with after returning home?
He struggles with the indifference of people towards the suffering he has witnessed.
Which quote reflects the photographer’s feelings of guilt?
‘In his dark room he is finally alone.’
What is the significance of the phrase ‘The blood-stained hands’?
It symbolizes the guilt and responsibility the photographer feels for the violence he captures.
Multiple Choice: What does the photographer hope to achieve with his work? A) Fame B) Awareness C) Wealth D) Power
B) Awareness
What does the phrase ‘A hundred agonies’ refer to?
It refers to the intense suffering captured in the photographs.
True or False: The poem portrays war as glamorous.
False
What emotion does the war photographer feel when he sees the reactions of the viewers?
Frustration
Fill in the blank: The photographer’s work is often met with _____ from the public.
apathy
What is the effect of the juxtaposition between war and home in the poem?
It highlights the contrasting realities and the disconnect between the two worlds.
What does the war photographer wish to accomplish through his photographs?
He wishes to evoke empathy and provoke thought about the realities of war.
Multiple Choice: What does the photographer’s ‘dark room’ symbolize? A) Safety B) Isolation C) Creativity D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What is a recurring motif in the poem ‘War Photographer’?
The contrast between light and darkness.
True or False: The poem suggests that the audience is active in their engagement with the photographs.
False
What does the phrase ‘The reader’s eyeballs prick’ suggest?
It suggests a momentary emotional reaction to the photograph.
How does the war photographer view his role in society?
He sees himself as a witness and storyteller of human suffering.
Fill in the blank: The war photographer often feels a sense of _____ for the suffering he documents.
helplessness
What does the poem suggest about the impact of war on human life?
It emphasizes the deep and lasting scars left by war on individuals and society.
