Poetry- War And Conflict

Question 1

What is a common theme in GCSE poetry related to war?

Answer 1

Conflict and its effects on individuals and society.

Question 2

True or False: War poetry often explores the emotions of soldiers.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Name a famous war poet studied in GCSE literature.

Answer 3

Wilfred Owen

Question 4

Fill in the blank: The poem ‘Dulce et Decorum Est’ by Wilfred Owen illustrates the _______ of war.

Answer 4

horrors

Question 5

What literary device is commonly used in war poetry to convey intense emotions?

Answer 5

Imagery

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which poem addresses the theme of loss in war? A) ‘Exposure’ B) ‘The Soldier’ C) Both A and B

Answer 6

C) Both A and B

Question 7

What is the primary focus of the poem ‘The Charge of the Light Brigade’?

Answer 7

The bravery and folly of soldiers in battle.

Question 8

True or False: War poetry only focuses on the battlefield experiences.

Answer 8

False

Question 9

Who wrote the poem ‘The Soldier’?

Answer 9

Rupert Brooke

Question 10

Fill in the blank: In war poetry, the term ‘no man’s land’ refers to _______.

Answer 10

the area between opposing trenches

Question 11

Which war is primarily depicted in Wilfred Owen’s poetry?

Answer 11

World War I

Question 12

What emotion is often portrayed in war poetry?

Answer 12

Despair

Question 13

Multiple Choice: Which of the following poems is NOT typically studied in relation to war? A) ‘Exposure’ B) ‘The Prelude’ C) ‘Bayonet Charge’

Answer 13

B) ‘The Prelude’

Question 14

What is the significance of the title ‘Dulce et Decorum Est’?

Answer 14

It translates to ‘It is sweet and proper to die for one’s country,’ which is ironically critiqued in the poem.

Question 15

True or False: War poetry often reflects on the psychological impact of conflict.

Answer 15

True

Question 16

What technique do poets use to express the chaos of battle?

Answer 16

Enjambment

Question 17

Fill in the blank: The poem ‘Exposure’ conveys the theme of _______ experienced by soldiers.

Answer 17

suffering

Question 18

What role does nature play in war poetry?

Answer 18

Nature often contrasts with the violence of war or is depicted as indifferent.

Question 19

Who is known for using vivid imagery to describe the trauma of war?

Answer 19

Wilfred Owen

Question 20

Short Answer: What message do many war poems convey about patriotism?

Answer 20

They often question the glorification of war and highlight its brutal realities.

Question 21

Finish the quote: ‘In Flanders fields the poppies blow, Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky, The larks, still bravely singing, fly.’

Answer 21

‘Scarce heard amid the guns below.’

Question 22

Complete this line: ‘The soldier’s heart, not filled with love, But filled with ______.’

Answer 22

‘fear and hate.’

Question 23

True or False: ‘War is kind’ is a poem that glorifies the concept of war.

Answer 23

False

Question 24

Fill in the blank: ‘Dulce et decorum est pro patria ______.’

Answer 24

‘mori.’

Question 25

What is the primary theme of the poem 'Exposure' by Wilfred Owen?

Answer 25

The harsh realities and suffering of soldiers during war.

Question 26

Finish the quote: 'The blood of the fallen stains the ______.'

Answer 26

'fields of France.'

Question 27

Multiple Choice: Which poet is known for the phrase 'The old lie'? A) Wilfred Owen B) Rupert Brooke C) Ted Hughes

Answer 27

A) Wilfred Owen

Question 28

Complete this line: 'But nothing happens. ______.'

Answer 28

'The wind that shuffles.'

Question 29

True or False: 'The Charge of the Light Brigade' highlights the bravery and honor of soldiers.

Answer 29

True

Question 30

What is the significance of the poppy flower in war poetry?

Answer 30

It symbolizes remembrance of soldiers who died in conflict.

Question 31

Finish the quote: 'I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my ______.'

Answer 31

'soul.'

Question 32

Fill in the blank: 'War is a ______.'

Answer 32

'fascinating subject.'

Question 33

What literary device is commonly used in war poetry to convey emotion?

Answer 33

Imagery

Question 34

Complete this line: 'The mud and the blood, the sweat and the ______.'

Answer 34

'tears.'

Question 35

Which poem contrasts the romantic notions of war with its brutal realities?

Answer 35

'Dulce et Decorum Est'

Question 36

"The drink and the drugs won't flush him out" is a line from which poem and who wrote this poem

Answer 36

Remains- Simon Armitage