Whos For The Game Flashcards
(18 cards)
What is the tone of the imperative ‘Come, along lads’?
It is an encouraging order that seems light-hearted.
What literary device is used in ‘Who will give the country a hand’?
Personification, suggesting the country is connected and involved.
What does the personification of the country as a woman imply?
It encourages young males to help, reflecting the idea of chivalry.
What does the alliteration in ‘see in the stand’ emphasize?
The contrast between sitting and fighting, motivating action.
How does the direct language ‘who’ll give this country a hand’ affect the reader?
It makes the reader feel responsible and compelled to join the fight.
What effect does the informal language ‘you’ll come on alright’ have?
It creates a chatty and inviting tone throughout the poem.
What is the significance of the verb choice ‘grip and tackle the job unafraid’?
It makes joining the war seem fun, exciting, and appealing to masculinity.
What does the adjective ‘eagerly’ convey?
It enhances the sense of enthusiasm and readiness.
How does the direct address of ‘you’ impact the reader?
It makes the reader feel personally responsible and guilty.
What does the hyperbole ‘the biggest that’s played’ suggest?
It creates excitement and implies a sense of grandeur.
What effect do hard crashing sounds have?
They create a dramatic and exciting atmosphere.
What does the sensory appeal of red symbolize?
It is associated with anger, blood, and violence, making war seem like a stress reliever.
What does the phrase ‘come back with a crutch’ imply about war?
It minimizes the severity of war, suggesting minor injuries.
How is metaphor used differently in the poems?
In ‘vergissmeinnicht’, it conveys a different tone compared to ‘WFTG’.
What is the imagery like in ‘vergissmeinnicht’?
It features very gruesome imagery.
What type of imagery is present in ‘WFTG’?
It includes fun and exciting imagery, likening it to a show.
What does the color red represent in the context of war?
In ‘vergissmeinnicht’, it symbolizes darkness and brutality.
While in WFTG it means fun, exciting stress reliever
Rhyme scheme
It’s simple a,ba,b,c,d,c,d
It’s easy like a child’s poem making it easier to understand and to pick up
