The Collar by George Herbert (Edexcel A-Level English Literature): Quizzes
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In which century was 'The Collar' written?
In which century was 'The Collar' written?
Early 17th century
How many lines does 'The Collar' contain?
How many lines does 'The Collar' contain?
36 lines
What type of rhyme scheme does the poem use?
What type of rhyme scheme does the poem use?
Irregular
What dual symbolism does 'The Collar' represent?
What dual symbolism does 'The Collar' represent?
A priest's collar and a dog's collar
According to the poem, where is true freedom found?
According to the poem, where is true freedom found?
In spiritual submission to God
What does the 'open road' symbolise in lines 1-4?
What does the 'open road' symbolise in lines 1-4?
Limitless possibilities and escape
What does the 'thorny harvest' metaphor represent?
What does the 'thorny harvest' metaphor represent?
Pain and suffering
What does 'cordial fruit' symbolise in the poem?
What does 'cordial fruit' symbolise in the poem?
Comfort and sustenance
What do 'bays' symbolise in lines 13-16?
What do 'bays' symbolise in lines 13-16?
Honour and achievement
How does the speaker respond to hearing 'Child!' at the poem's end?
How does the speaker respond to hearing 'Child!' at the poem's end?
'My Lord' with acceptance and submission