To Me Fair Friend Flashcards
(11 cards)
Who is the author of the poem ‘To me fair friend (Sonnet 104)’?
William Shakespeare
Shakespeare is a renowned English playwright and poet, often regarded as one of the greatest writers in the English language.
What is the main theme of Sonnet 104?
The constancy of beauty despite the passage of time
The poem reflects on how beauty remains unchanged in the eyes of the speaker, despite the effects of aging.
Fill in the blank: In Sonnet 104, the speaker mentions seeing three _______ and three _______.
winters, summers
These seasons symbolize the passage of time and the cycles of nature.
True or False: In Sonnet 104, the speaker believes beauty diminishes over time.
False
The speaker argues that beauty remains constant and does not fade with age.
What literary device is predominantly used in Sonnet 104 to convey the theme of beauty?
Imagery
Shakespeare uses vivid imagery to evoke the changing seasons and their relationship to beauty.
What does the phrase ‘beauty like a dial-hand’ imply in Sonnet 104?
Beauty changes imperceptibly over time
This metaphor suggests that beauty, like the hand of a clock, may seem to move slowly but is continually changing.
Who is the author of ‘The Sun Rising’?
John Donne
John Donne was a prominent English poet known for his metaphysical poetry and complex themes.
What is the central idea of ‘The Sun Rising’?
The power of love over external forces
The poem expresses how love transcends time and the mundane aspects of life.
Fill in the blank: In ‘The Sun Rising,’ the speaker addresses the _______.
sun
The sun is personified and challenged by the speaker regarding its authority.
True or False: In ‘The Sun Rising’, the speaker wants the sun to shine brighter.
False
The speaker dismisses the sun’s importance, suggesting that their love is more significant.
What is a key characteristic of John Donne’s poetry?
Use of metaphysical conceits
Metaphysical conceits are extended metaphors that draw connections between seemingly unrelated ideas.