A Portable Paradise (AQA GCSE English Literature): Flashcards
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Themes Roger Robinson explores in his work
Themes Roger Robinson explores in his work
Identity, culture, and the African diaspora
Main idea of 'A Portable Paradise'
Main idea of 'A Portable Paradise'
Carrying sense of home & peace within oneself
'carry it always on my person, concealed' - meaning
'carry it always on my person, concealed' - meaning
Keeping peace close & hidden, personal source of strength
'And if I speak of Paradise' - literary device
'And if I speak of Paradise' - literary device
Repetition - emphasises importance of paradise concept
'trace its ridges in your pocket' - device & effect
'trace its ridges in your pocket' - device & effect
Sensory imagery (touch) - makes paradise tangible
'smell its piney scent' - device & meaning
'smell its piney scent' - device & meaning
Metaphor - connects to nature/outdoors, calming presence
'hum its anthem under your breath' - symbolism
'hum its anthem under your breath' - symbolism
Personal & cultural connection, paradise as internal
Form of 'A Portable Paradise'
Form of 'A Portable Paradise'
Free verse - reflects natural & conversational tone
Role of imagery in the poem
Role of imagery in the poem
Makes abstract concept of paradise tangible & accessible
Purpose of sensory details in poem
Purpose of sensory details in poem
Engage multiple senses, create rich immersive experience
Overall theme explored by Robinson
Overall theme explored by Robinson
Inner peace & resilience through carrying paradise within