War Photographer Flashcards
Who is the author of ‘War Photographer’?
Carol Ann Duffy
What is the main theme of ‘War Photographer’?
The impact of war and the role of the photographer in documenting it.
True or False: The poem ‘War Photographer’ is written in the first person.
True
Fill in the blank: The photographer develops his photos in ______.
darkroom
What does the ‘darkroom’ symbolize in the poem?
The isolation and the emotional processing of trauma.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following images is NOT mentioned in ‘War Photographer’? A) A soldier, B) A child, C) A sunset
C) A sunset
What emotion does the war photographer experience upon returning home?
Isolation and disconnection from the people around him.
True or False: The poem suggests that people in the photographer’s home country are indifferent to the suffering depicted in the photographs.
True
What does the phrase ‘a hundred agonies’ refer to?
The suffering of individuals captured in the photographs.
Fill in the blank: The poem contrasts the beauty of ______ with the horrors of war.
home
What role does memory play in ‘War Photographer’?
Memory evokes the trauma and pain associated with the images captured.
Short Answer: How does Duffy use language to convey the brutality of war?
Through vivid imagery and stark contrasts.
Multiple Choice: What type of imagery is prevalent in ‘War Photographer’? A) Natural imagery, B) War imagery, C) Urban imagery
B) War imagery
What is the significance of the line ‘In his darkroom, he is finally alone’?
It highlights the solitude and reflection that come with processing trauma.
True or False: The speaker in the poem finds solace in their work.
False
Fill in the blank: The poem addresses the ______ of the viewer in relation to the war photographer’s work.
responsibility
What does the final stanza of the poem suggest about the impact of war photographs?
They evoke strong emotions but often lead to apathy in the viewers.
Short Answer: Describe the tone of ‘War Photographer’.
The tone is somber and reflective.
Multiple Choice: Which literary device is frequently used in ‘War Photographer’? A) Alliteration, B) Metaphor, C) Hyperbole
B) Metaphor
What does the war photographer struggle with after returning from conflict zones?
The inability to communicate the reality of war to those who have not experienced it.
Fill in the blank: The poem often reflects on the ______ of the media in depicting war.
role
True or False: ‘War Photographer’ includes a critique of the media’s portrayal of war.
True
What is the effect of the juxtaposition between ‘home’ and ‘war’ in the poem?
It emphasizes the stark differences in experience and emotional response.
Short Answer: How does Duffy portray the war photographer’s emotional state?
As conflicted and burdened by the weight of their work.
What is the significance of the title ‘War Photographer’?
It identifies the profession while highlighting the emotional and moral complexities involved.
Multiple Choice: Which emotion does the poem primarily evoke? A) Joy, B) Sadness, C) Anger
B) Sadness
