AQA english literature power and conflict Flashcards
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What is the main theme explored in AQA English Literature Power and Conflict?
The exploration of the complexities of power dynamics and the resulting conflicts.
Name one poem from the AQA Power and Conflict anthology.
One example is ‘Ozymandias’ by Percy Bysshe Shelley.
True or False: ‘My Last Duchess’ is a poem by Robert Browning.
True
Fill in the blank: The poem ‘Exposure’ is written by ______.
Wilfred Owen
What type of poem is ‘The Charge of the Light Brigade’?
A narrative poem.
Who wrote ‘War Photographer’?
Carol Ann Duffy
What literary device is predominantly used in ‘Ozymandias’?
Irony
What does the term ‘conflict’ refer to in the context of this anthology?
Struggles between opposing forces, which can be personal, societal, or political.
In ‘My Last Duchess’, who is the speaker addressing?
An emissary representing a prospective bride’s family.
What is the significance of the title ‘War Photographer’?
It highlights the role of a photographer in documenting the realities of war.
True or False: ‘Storm on the Island’ is written by Seamus Heaney.
False
Which poem discusses the effects of war on soldiers’ mental health?
‘Exposure’ by Wilfred Owen.
What is the rhyme scheme of ‘The Charge of the Light Brigade’?
The rhyme scheme is irregular, contributing to the sense of chaos.
Fill in the blank: The poet who wrote ‘Poppies’ is ______.
Jane Weir
What is a common motif in the poems of the Power and Conflict anthology?
The impact of war on individuals and society.
Name a poem that reflects on the loss of life in war.
‘Dulce et Decorum Est’ by Wilfred Owen.
What is the main message of ‘Ozymandias’?
The transience of power and the inevitable decline of all leaders.
True or False: ‘The Prelude’ by William Wordsworth is part of the Power and Conflict anthology.
False
What is the effect of enjambment in ‘War Photographer’?
It creates a sense of urgency and continuity in the narrative.
Which poet uses a dramatic monologue in their work?
Robert Browning in ‘My Last Duchess’.
Fill in the blank: The poem ‘Cousin Kate’ is written by ______.
Christina Rossetti
What does the term ‘dramatic irony’ mean in the context of ‘My Last Duchess’?
The audience knows more about the Duke’s character than the other characters do.
What imagery is prevalent in ‘Exposure’?
Imagery of cold, harsh weather and the psychological torment of soldiers.
Name one technique used in ‘Storm on the Island’ to convey conflict.
The use of natural imagery to represent human conflict.
