Make these on the 14 peoms on this years gcse English language poem like war photographer

Question 1

What is the main theme of the poem ‘War Photographer’?

Answer 1

The main theme is the impact of war and the emotional burden of a war photographer.

Question 2

Who is the author of ‘War Photographer’?

Answer 2

Carol Ann Duffy

Question 3

True or False: ‘War Photographer’ explores the disconnect between the photographer’s experiences and the viewers’ perceptions.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

Fill in the blank: In ‘War Photographer’, the photographer develops images in a ________.

Answer 4

darkroom

Question 5

What literary device is predominantly used in ‘War Photographer’ to convey emotion?

Answer 5

Imagery

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a significant symbol in ‘War Photographer’? A) The camera B) The darkroom C) The photographs D) All of the above

Answer 6

D) All of the above

Question 7

What emotion does the war photographer primarily feel as he processes his images?

Answer 7

Guilt and sorrow

Question 8

True or False: The poem ‘War Photographer’ includes references to specific wars.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

Short Answer: How does the poem depict the relationship between the war photographer and the subjects of his photographs?

Answer 9

It depicts a complex relationship of empathy, detachment, and responsibility.

Question 10

What is the effect of the poem’s structure on its overall message?

Answer 10

The structure enhances the contrast between the chaos of war and the calm of the darkroom.

Question 11

Fill in the blank: The poem’s tone is primarily ________.

Answer 11

Somber

Question 12

What does the phrase ‘the blood-stained’ in the poem signify?

Answer 12

It signifies the harsh realities and consequences of war.

Question 13

Multiple Choice: Which emotion is NOT commonly associated with the war photographer in the poem? A) Compassion B) Indifference C) Trauma D) Responsibility

Answer 13

B) Indifference

Question 14

True or False: ‘War Photographer’ suggests that the public is desensitized to images of war.

Answer 14

True

Question 15

What role does memory play in ‘War Photographer’?

Answer 15

Memory plays a crucial role, as the photographer grapples with the haunting memories of violence and suffering.

Question 16

Short Answer: How does Duffy use contrast in ‘War Photographer’?

Answer 16

Duffy contrasts the horrors of war with the mundane life of the photographer’s home environment.

Question 17

Fill in the blank: The final images in ‘War Photographer’ evoke a sense of ________.

Answer 17

Helplessness

Question 18

What is the significance of the phrase ‘A hundred agonies in black and white’?

Answer 18

It emphasizes the stark, painful realities of war captured in the photographs.

Question 19

Multiple Choice: Which technique does Duffy use to engage the reader emotionally? A) Sarcasm B) Irony C) Pathos D) Hyperbole

Answer 19

C) Pathos

Question 20

True or False: The poem never mentions the photographer’s feelings.

Answer 20

False

Question 21

What does the word ‘solutions’ refer to in the context of the poem?

Answer 21

It refers to the chemical solutions used in developing photographs.

Question 22

Short Answer: In what way does ‘War Photographer’ reflect on the nature of journalism?

Answer 22

It reflects on the ethical dilemmas and emotional toll faced by journalists in war zones.

Question 23

Fill in the blank: The poem ultimately questions the ________ of war.

Answer 23

Humanity