conflict and tension poems Flashcards
(19 cards)
What is the title of the poem that features conflict over war and peace?
The Charge of the Light Brigade
Which poem includes the quote ‘Half a league, half a league, half a league onward’?
The Charge of the Light Brigade
True or False: ‘Exposure’ by Wilfred Owen addresses the theme of nature’s cruelty in war.
True
Fill in the blank: In ‘Exposure’, the repeated line is ‘But nothing happens, ________’.
nothing happens
What is the main theme of the poem ‘War Photographer’?
The emotional and moral implications of war photography.
Which poem contains the line ‘In his darkroom he is finally alone’?
War Photographer
What does the poem ‘Poppies’ explore?
The emotional impact of war on families.
True or False: ‘Poppies’ is written from the perspective of a soldier.
False
Which poem portrays the tension between personal grief and national pride?
Poppies
What does the speaker in ‘Remains’ struggle with?
The haunting memories of a violent event.
Fill in the blank: In ‘Remains’, the phrase ‘I see every ________’ describes the lasting impact of war.
round
What is the title of the poem that reflects on the futility of war through the lens of a soldier’s experience?
Bayonet Charge
Which poem features the line ‘Suddenly he awoke and was running’?
Bayonet Charge
What is the central conflict in ‘Exposure’?
The struggle against the harsh conditions of war.
Which poem explores the psychological effects of war on soldiers?
Remains
True or False: ‘War Photographer’ highlights the detachment of the photographer from the war.
True
What is the title of the poem that uses the metaphor of a ‘frozen river’ to describe conflict?
Exposure
What does the speaker in ‘Bayonet Charge’ experience during the battle?
A moment of fear and confusion.
Fill in the blank: ‘War Photographer’ ends with the line ‘A hundred agonies in black and white, from ________’.
which his editor will pick out five or six
