Tyger Flashcards

1
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What is the opening line of the poem ‘Tyger Tyger’?

A

Tyger Tyger, burning bright

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True or False: The poem ‘Tyger Tyger’ explores themes of creation and the nature of God.

A

True

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3
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Fill in the blank: The poem asks, ‘Did he who made the ______ make thee?’

A

lamb

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4
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What literary device is predominantly used in ‘Tyger Tyger’?

A

Imagery

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5
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Which two creatures are contrasted in the poem?

A

The tiger and the lamb

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Multiple Choice: What is the primary emotion expressed in the poem?

A

Awe and fear

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Short answer: What does the repetition of ‘Tyger Tyger’ signify?

A

It emphasizes the tiger’s ferocity and mystery.

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True or False: The poem is a celebration of nature’s beauty without any darker undertones.

A

False

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What is the significance of the phrase ‘burning bright’ in the context of the poem?

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It suggests both beauty and danger.

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Short answer: What question does the speaker ultimately grapple with in ‘Tyger Tyger’?

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The speaker questions how a benevolent creator can also make a fearsome creature like the tiger.

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