War Photographer Flashcards
(20 cards)
Who wrote War Photographer?
Carol Ann Duffy.
What is War Photographer about?
War Photographer is about the emotional toll on a photographer who captures the horrors of war versus society’s indifference.
How does the structure of War Photographer reinforce its themes?
The regular stanza structure and rhyme scheme mirror the photographer’s attempt to impose order on chaos.
What does the phrase “spools of suffering” symbolize in War Photographer?
It metaphorically represents the painful images captured on film, emphasizing the gravity of war.
How does Carol Ann Duffy use contrast in War Photographer?
She contrasts war zones with the comfort of home to highlight people’s detachment from violence.
Why is the phrase “A hundred agonies in black-and-white” significant in War Photographer?
It shows how war’s brutality is reduced to simple images, easily ignored by the public.
What is the impact of the final line “they do not care” in War Photographer?
It suggests widespread apathy, reinforcing the photographer’s frustration.
How does War Photographer link to themes of power and conflict?
It shows the power of images to reveal conflict but also society’s ability to ignore suffering.
What emotions does the photographer experience in War Photographer?
Guilt, frustration, detachment, and sorrow.
How does War Photographer critique society?
It suggests that people are desensitized to violence, consuming war images briefly before moving on.
Where is War Photographer set, and why is it important?
The poem moves between war zones and the photographer’s darkroom, highlighting contrast between violence and safety.
What is the tone of War Photographer?
Reflective, sombre, and critical of society’s indifference.
How does War Photographer contrast war with everyday life?
It highlights the brutal reality of war versus the comfort of home.
What is the effect of the rhyme scheme in War Photographer?
The controlled structure reflects the photographer’s methodical work.
What is the central message of War Photographer?
It critiques society’s detachment from suffering captured in war images.
How does Duffy use imagery in War Photographer?
Vivid descriptions like “spools of suffering” emphasize the horrors of war.
What themes are explored in War Photographer?
War, suffering, guilt, power of images, and societal indifference.
Why is War Photographer relevant today?
It reflects ongoing conflicts and the ethical role of war journalism.
How does War Photographer compare to Ozymandias in terms of themes?
War Photographer critiques society’s indifference to suffering, while Ozymandias explores the temporary nature of power.
What is the main contrast between War Photographer and Exposure?
War Photographer focuses on emotional detachment, whereas Exposure emphasizes soldiers’ relentless suffering.
