The Canonization (Edexcel A-Level English Literature): Quizzes
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In which century was 'The Canonization' written?
In which century was 'The Canonization' written?
Early 17th century
What is the rhyme scheme of 'The Canonization'?
What is the rhyme scheme of 'The Canonization'?
ABBACCCAA
How many stanzas does 'The Canonization' contain?
How many stanzas does 'The Canonization' contain?
Five
What extended metaphor does Donne use for the lovers?
What extended metaphor does Donne use for the lovers?
Saints who are canonised
What does the phoenix symbolise in the poem?
What does the phoenix symbolise in the poem?
Rebirth and immortality through love
What paradox appears in 'We die and rise the same'?
What paradox appears in 'We die and rise the same'?
Lovers die in passion but are reborn
How does the speaker say love will be immortalised?
How does the speaker say love will be immortalised?
Through poetry
What question does the speaker use to defend his love?
What question does the speaker use to defend his love?
'Alas, alas, who's injured by my love?'
What does the speaker demand in the opening line?
What does the speaker demand in the opening line?
That critics stop interfering
Which poem shares the theme of transcendent love?
Which poem shares the theme of transcendent love?
'A Valediction: Forbidding Mourning'